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Moscow police detain 150-200 youths in raid

Police detained an estimated 150 to 200 teenagers near Kitai-gorod metro on November 7. Some say they were held for hours without water, and some were given summonses. Others say they were pressed to enlist.

Why it matters

It shows pressure on informal youth groups in Russia.

Background

Young 'informals' have gathered at the spot for two years.

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