A massive traffic jam formed Friday on Moscow’s Ring Road after police blocked a column of truckers driving at low speed to protest a doubling of road tolls, as well as high fines for not paying.
Normally loyal to authorities, drivers now worry about making a living. Some blame the increased rates on corrupt elites connected to the Kremlin.
“It’s a very important sign that more and more social groups in Russian society became frustrated with the current situation and policies of Vladimir Putin’s government,” said Vladimir Milov, head of the Democratic Choice party. “So, that is a remarkable turnaround. You …read more
Source: Voice of America
