"The actions of the (law enforcement) officers were absolutely - and continue to be - justified against the background of the illegal actions that were organized, and against the background of the aggressive behavior of the provocateur and hooligans that took place," the Kremlin spokesman said.
Earlier, the Kremlin called unacceptable violence against security officials at illegal rallies.
On January 31, an uncoordinated action took place in a number of Russian cities.
Participants of the rally in Moscow went out onto the roadway and obstructed traffic.
According to the Investigative Committee, on January 31, at Sennaya Square in St. Petersburg, unidentified persons used violence against law enforcement officers who ensure law and order during the rally. A criminal case was initiated.