Nick Strogov | Source | Human Rights Researcher & Journalist at freelance
Nick Strogov
Nick Strogov is a Human Rights Researcher and Journalist from Russia, who has worked in the media industry amidst challenges of critical publications facing persecution. He is among the individuals identified as a potential foreign agent due to his advocacy. Nick achieved a qualification equivalent to a PhD researcher in the field of "Law" upon completing the aspirantura program at St. Petersburg State University. His research centres on Russian law and politics, human rights, natural law, and the right to resist oppression.
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freelance
Human Rights Researcher & Journalist
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Rosbalt News Agency (https://www.rosbalt.ru/)
Human Rights Journalist
Oct 2019 – Mar 2022
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Civil Society Surfaced in Russia. And That's Bad News
The article is about how and why authoritarian states encourage civil society.
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Liberals Can't Save Russia Without Shedding Their Colonial Mindset | Geopolitical Monitor
Some believe that liberals will rescue Russia from dictatorship, but before that can happen, they must confront and eliminate the vestiges of colonialism within their own beliefs.
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From Rebellion To Anarchy: How Prigozhin’s Rebellion Exposed Russia’s Legal Decay – OpEd
Analysis of Russia's Evolving Legal Landscape
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Russia's YouTube Slowdown: Deliberate Censorship or Technical Issue?
Nick explains, “YouTube, a major platform for Kremlin critics, is now either non-functional or extremely slow for most users.” He notes that Russian authorities blame technical issues, but evidence suggests a deliberate effort to curb access, reminiscent of the Instagram ban.
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Daily Express US, Vladimir Putin body double twist as AI expert '99% sure' one used at recent appearance
“Within the professional community, a prevailing consensus is emerging: the presidential administration may employ individuals resembling Putin for events not necessitating his verbal engagement but demanding his presence, particularly for photo opportunities."
"In this context, these individuals aren't full-fledged doubles but rather 'stuntmen'—individuals sporadically tasked with imitating the president, albeit with very limited functions." -
Daily Express, Defiant Putin and Kim Jong Un have 'nothing to fear' now with terrifying new partnership
“<...> Researcher Nick Strogov also believes Putin's rumoured meeting with Mr Kim signals the Russian president has little to worry about at the moment when it comes to voices of dissent in his circle.
He said: "A significant uprising against Putin seems unrealistic at this juncture."
Referring to the plane crash that killed warlord and Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin last month, which some believe may have happened with the involvement of Moscow despite the Kremlin's spokesman rejecting this allegation as a "complete lie", the expert continued: "The elite class remains unsettled following Yevgeny Prigozhin's demise, serving as a stark reminder that betrayal can lead to an unfavourable fate for anyone.
"Against this backdrop, the growing closeness between Moscow and Pyongyang takes a backseat and is unlikely to trigger disobedience among government officials and oligarchs.” -
Geopolitical Monitor, Liberals Can’t Save Russia Without Shedding Their Colonial Mindset
“<...> The majority of Russians were entrenched in a system that disregarded individuals with different skin colors, traditions, and values. This may explain why racism and the colonial mindset persist in today’s democratic environment, even among those who champion equality and human rights. Some believe that liberals will rescue Russia from dictatorship, but before that can happen, they must confront and eliminate the vestiges of colonialism within their own beliefs and attitudes.”
