Russia's Shocking Display of Torture Signals a Disturbing Shift in Policy

Four men accused of carrying out Russia’s deadliest terror attack appeared in a Moscow court battered and bandaged, with videos of their torture during interrogation circulating widely on social media. Analysts say the public display of the battered suspects was intended as a warning to potential terrorists and a sign of revenge, showcasing the extent to which Russian society has become militarized and tolerant of violence. The display has raised concerns about the normalization of torture and the erosion of human rights in Russia.