Dmitry Protopopov
Dmitry Protopopov is a prominent figure in the Russian publishing industry, known for his leadership role at Popcorn Books, a publishing house specializing in young-adult literature that addresses contemporary social issues. He has recently been in the news following his detention in a case related to extremism, specifically concerning allegations of involvement with organizations promoting LGBTQ+ rights, which have been classified as extremist in Russia.
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Dmitry Protopopov is one of the directors of Popcorn Books who was placed under house arrest due to criminal charges.
Издательство Popcorn Books сообщило о закрытии — РБК
Russia· 2026-01-13
Dmitry Protopopov was charged with organizing activities of an extremist organization related to LGBTQ+ literature.
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United Kingdom· 2025-07-28
Dmitry Protopopov is one of the leaders of the publishing houses Popcorn Books and Individuum involved in a criminal case regarding the promotion of LGBT propaganda.
Первое дело об экстремизме книгоиздателей. Что о нем известно — РБКRussia· 2025-05-16
Dmitry Protopopov is one of the leaders of the publishing houses Popcorn Books and Individuum involved in a criminal case regarding the promotion of LGBT propaganda.
Первое дело об экстремизме книгоиздателей. Что о нем известно — РБКRussia· 2025-05-16
Dmitry Protopopov is one of the leaders of the publishing houses Popcorn Books and Individuum, who was detained during the investigation.
«Эксмо» сообщило об отсутствии претензий к издательству и владельцу — РБКRussia· 2025-05-15Dmitry Protopopov is the head of the editorial offices of 'Individuum' and 'Popcorn Books' who has been placed under house arrest.
Фигурантов «дела издателей» отправили под домашний арест — РБКRussia· 2025-05-15
Dmitry Protopopov is one of the leaders of the publishing houses Popcorn Books and Individuum, who was detained.
«Эксмо» отправило магазинам просьбу утилизировать 50 книг. Полный список — РБКRussia· 2025-05-15
Dmitry Protopopov is one of the leaders of the publishing houses Popcorn Books and Individuum.
Топ-менеджера «Эксмо» задержали по делу об экстремизме — РБКRussia· 2025-05-14