Khodorkovsky & Lebedev Communications Center

Interviews, articles, and statements from Mikhail Khodorkovsky and Platon Lebedev have long been the source of attention and discussion in Russia and around the world, even prior to their arrests. As champions of transparency in government and business, supporters of open and independent political and judicial institutions, and benefactors of education and civil society, Khodorkovsky and Lebedev's words have left their mark on Russian society.

Whether from their glass box in Moscow's Khamovnichesky District Court or from their isolated Siberian prison cells, these two political prisoners have continued to speak out.

Mikhail Khodorkovsky’s Words

Long an outspoken man, before his arrest, Khodorkovsky championed a bold vision for Russia.

Platon Lebedev’s Words

Platon Lebedev is known to be a man of powerful intellect and conviction, who believes in Russia’s future.