On August 29, 2023, historian and political scientist Valery Garbuzov published a column in Nezavisimaya Gazeta criticizing Russian imperialist ideology. On September 1, 2023, he was subsequently removed from his position at the Russian Academy of Sciences in response to the article. A few days later, Garbuzov wrote a follow-up column in Nezavisimaya Gazeta defending the piece which sparked his removal. Garbuzov continues to write in Russia.
Valery Garbuzov
Is case active: Yes
Country:Russia
Region:Europe and Central Asia
Gender:Female
Status:Continued Harassment