The Documentary Podcast Russian informers: Hunting the enemy within
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Jun 4, 2025 In a chilling landscape of fear, dissenters in Russia face severe repercussions for opposing the war in Ukraine. Academic Aleksandra Arkhipova embarks on a quest to expose her tormentor, the infamous informer Anna Korobkova. The rise of citizen denunciation echoes historical betrayals, creating a tense atmosphere where safety is compromised. As Arkhipova unravels the threads of Korobkova's identity, the chilling implications of these actions reveal the dangerous interplay between loyalty and betrayal in modern Russia.
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Harsh Sentence for Pediatrician
- Dr. Nadezhda Bujanova was sentenced to five and a half years in prison for allegedly discussing Russian soldiers as legitimate targets in Ukraine.
- She was denounced by a war widow whose child she treated, showcasing the harsh crackdown on dissent in Russia.
Dissent Fuels Mass Denunciations
- Since the Ukraine invasion, any opposition voice can face job loss, fines, or imprisonment.
- Many Russians have denounced each other to authorities, fueling the state's repression.
Informer Takes Pleasure in Punishments
- A serial informer named Anna Korobkova gained notoriety by denouncing hundreds of people opposed to the war.
- She openly admitted to feeling joy when people were punished due to her denunciations.