Batons of war. Russians take to the streets in a desperate attempt to protest the mobilisation. The police did not pull their punches. Here are some of the photos

An unsanctioned anti-war rally. Moscow, 21 September 2022. Photo: Getty Images

A protest rally against mobilisation. The sign stained with red paint reads “Mobilisation”. St. Petersburg, 21 September 2022

A protest rally against mobilisation. St. Petersburg, 21 September 2022

An unsanctioned anti-war protest. Moscow, 21 September 2022. Photo: Getty Images

Policemen detain a female protester in a shop during an unsanctioned anti-war protest. Moscow, 21 September 2022. Photo: Getty Images

An unsanctioned anti-war protest. Moscow, 21 September 2022. Photo: Getty Images

Batons of war