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Russian security forces launch crackdown on alternative youth and “alt girls”
A heavy-handed police raid involving mass arrests took place in Moscow’s Kitay-Gorod district, a popular gathering spot for young people from alternative subcultures.
Between 100 and 300 people were detained, including minors. Those old enough to serve were handed military draft notices and forced to sign contracts with the Russian Ministry of Defence.
Detainees reported being beaten and forced to wait for hours without access to water or toilets. Neither the children nor their parents were given any explanation for what was happening.
Only after the story attracted widespread media attention did police issue a brief statement, describing the raid as “preventive measures”.
Just a reminder of what kind of country they live in.
A heavy-handed police raid involving mass arrests took place in Moscow’s Kitay-Gorod district, a popular gathering spot for young people from alternative subcultures.
Between 100 and 300 people were detained, including minors. Those old enough to serve were handed military draft notices and forced to sign contracts with the Russian Ministry of Defence.
Detainees reported being beaten and forced to wait for hours without access to water or toilets. Neither the children nor their parents were given any explanation for what was happening.
Only after the story attracted widespread media attention did police issue a brief statement, describing the raid as “preventive measures”.
Just a reminder of what kind of country they live in.
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