Since its discovery in 1997, Sandarmokh has become a place of pilgrimage for the descendants of those killed in Stalin’s Great Terror, for local villagers, for historians and for public figures. An International Day of Remembrance has been held at Sandarmokh every year since then, attended by delegations from various parts of Russia and from … Continue reading Who wants to rewrite the history of Sandarmokh—and why?
Day: 29 December 2017
A few suggestions
To followers of the "Dmitriev Affair" [R] Facebook page Yury Dmitriev is now in Moscow, in custody (temporarily) at Butyrka Prison. He should be transferred after the holidays [on 2 January] to the Serbsky Institute where he will undergo the examination scheduled by the court. Тhis procedure is expected to take 30 days. The final … Continue reading A few suggestions
Dmitriev transferred to Moscow for psychiatric assessment
On Thursday, 28 December 2017, YURY DMITRIEV was transferred to Moscow, under guard, to be assessed at the Serbsky Institute. The report was confirmed that day by VICTOR ANUFRIEV, Dmitriev’s defence attorney. No one had informed the lawyer; he learned of the transfer on Thursday after it had happened. Dmitriev flew into Moscow under escort … Continue reading Dmitriev transferred to Moscow for psychiatric assessment
Keeping informed
For a quick update, read Halya Coynash’s overview of the case since 13 December 2016, The Case so Far. Events are still unfolding. Look at the Home Page for subsequent developments. For more detailed guidance on the website's resources, see the About page. JC, 29 December 2017
The Dmitriev Affair 