“We survived the Egyptian pharaohs, and we will survive Putin.”

Why are not all indigenous nations indigenous? Under what conditions are small nations willing to live under the rule of a metropolis? Why does Putin love tigers but not smelt? We discussed this and much more with Itelmen Dmitry Berezhkov in the new episode of the “Forbidden Nations” series. Dmitry also reads poetry in the video! Watch, share, and comment on where you agree and where you disagree (he raises plenty of controversial issues). “Forbidden Nations” is a series of interviews with individuals who defend the rights of Russia’s indigenous nations despite bans, persecution, and discriminatory status.