White Russia - Xenophobia, Extreme Nationalism and Race radicalism as Threats to Society

Racial and ethnic violence in Russia and Eastern Europe has increased drastically in recent years. Report indicate that large groups, networks and political parties with a national extremist agenda have become a severe challenge to society and must be taken seriously. Prominent Russian politicians, including Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, have recognised that racism in Russia poses a threat to the country´s security. However, statements from witnesses and reporters show that racism now appears to be so institutionalised that structural Xenophobia exists eveen within organised contemporary politics in Russia, while actions and srtartements expressed by the government could lead to even greater nationalist and xenophobic feeling in the country. This report examines the goals, methods and ideology of race radical and xenophobic groups in Russia, their influence on Russian society and the links to the global phenomenon of radical racism.