Russia Bans Clooney Foundation for Justice

Russia's Prosecutor General's Office has designated The Clooney Foundation for Justice, founded by actor George Clooney and his wife Amal, as an 'undesirable' organization, effectively banning it from the country. The government claims the Foundation conducts extensive work aimed at discrediting Russia and supports individuals labeled as 'false patriots' who have left the country. This designation is part of a broader crackdown on dissent, which has seen numerous foreign entities labeled as undesirable since 2015. The Foundation is accused of promoting criminal prosecutions against top Russian authorities under the guise of humanitarian efforts. The Clooney Foundation has not yet commented on the situation. This move illustrates ongoing tensions between Russia and Western entities following the invasion of Ukraine.