Vladimir Putin’s regime turns on book publishers
The Russian government is intensifying its crackdown on independent book publishers, targeting those it accuses of spreading extremist content or opposing state narratives. Several publishing houses and distributors have faced raids, closures, or criminal charges in recent months. The moves are part of a broader campaign to control information and suppress dissent since the invasion of Ukraine. Publishers of works on history, politics, and social issues have been particularly affected.
- ▪Russian authorities have raided and shut down multiple independent book publishers under extremism laws.
- ▪Publishers face criminal charges for distributing books deemed critical of the government or military.
- ▪The crackdown includes both physical bookstores and online distribution networks.
- ▪Works on historical and political topics, including Soviet-era dissent, are among those targeted.
- ▪The actions align with broader censorship efforts since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
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