Russian-Israeli historian critical of Zionism disappears after landing at Ben-Gurion Airport
Kirpichenok immigrated to Israel in the 1990's and lived in the country for nearly 15 years before he returned to Russia, where he adopted a critical stance about the Jewish State and Zionism.
Russian-Israeli historian Artyom Kirpichenok, 51, vanished after arriving in Israel on August 2 from Yerevan. He had intended to host a conference but has since been radio silent. Loved ones and colleagues have been unable to reach him. Kirpichenok moved to Israel in the 1990s, earned a degree from Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and resided in the nation for almost 15 years before relocating back to Russia.
In Russia, he became vocal in his criticism of Zionism and the Jewish state. The Russian embassy in Israel reported that they had lodged a request to Israeli authorities regarding Kirpichenok's disappearance, but as of now, have not received any inquiries from his relatives, friends, or colleagues. Nevertheless, the embassy claims they are keeping a close eye on the situation.
A Russian journalist named Daria Mitina has claimed that Kirpichenok is currently imprisoned by the Shin Bet, Israel's Security Service. Mitina's assertion appears to validate the deepest fears of Kirpichenok's supporters.
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