
Vika: The journalist who exposed Russian “black sites”, then ended up in one
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Inside the Russian Detention Nightmare
This chapter reveals the harrowing experiences of journalists and others imprisoned in a notorious Russian detention facility, originally designed for women and children. It explores the brutal transformation of the prison into a site of systematic torture, shedding light on the inhumane conditions and abuse inflicted on detainees. Insights from former officials and the plight of a journalist named Victoria illustrate the psychological and physical toll of being caught in a web of oppression and complicity.
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