Yulia Navalnaya - a symbol of the struggle for democracy in Russia - has arrived in Australia. At a time of rampant authoritarianism, disinformation war, and democratic retreat, we need to listen to what she has to tell us about Putin's dictatorship.

Trump being "very disappointed" is the new version of the EU being "deeply concerned."

No, mate. If they are Australian citizens, they have the right to return to Australia. If they committed crimes, they should have their day in court and, if found guilty, face punishment under Australian law. Let’s not turn Australia into the US.

Looks like after being shunned by the Mornington Peninsula golf club, Dan found new company that accepts him. What a villain’s origin story!

The leaflet is fake. An interesting detail for my Russian readers: it began circulating widely after being uncritically reposted by Nastia Krasilnikova, the same person who recently published the exposé on rap-performer Oxxxymiron. Take that as you will.

Юлия Навальная на первой полосе одной из крупнейших газет Австралии.

An honour to meet Yulia Navalnaya in Canberra today. Her advocacy for democracy, freedom and human rights is an inspiration.

Yulia Navalnaya is a fearless voice for democracy in Russia, fighting for freedom at immense personal cost. It was a privilege to meet with her today. We honour her courage and we hold Mr Putin and the Russian Government responsible for her husband Alexei Navalny's death.

Many thanks to Australia for the kind welcome. Special thanks to Anthony Albanese and Senator Penny Wong for the warm and meaningful meetings. I am grateful that you understand: Russia is not Putin, and that you are ready to have an open dialogue with his opponents