55 Russian indigenous, regional and ethno groups labeled as extremists

By Thomas Nilsen, The Independent Barents Observer July 30, 2024
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Indigenous Peoples can still make performances, but should avoid talking about rights or politics. Here in front the local museum in Dudinka, Taymyr Peninsula. Photo: Thomas Nilsen

“The repressive machine is gathering momentum. The methods of persecution against indigenous rights activists are intensifying,” says the International committee of indigenous peoples of Russia after the Ministry on Justice added them and many more to the list of extremist organizations.