It takes a certain kind of bravery to protest in Pres. Vladimir Putin's Russia—especially on the day he sends his country to war, jamesaalongman writes from Moscow. Read more:
is used to certain groups finding his rule unacceptable. His is a Russia now defined by an almost total lack of real political opposition and a brutal response to any criticism. The vocal minority who oppose his rule are often easily dealt with.Demonstrators with a Ukrainian national flag and a sign with a message reading"No To War" are seen during an unsanctioned anti-war protest in Pushkin Square in central Moscow, Feb. 24 2022.
But this time he is walking a fine line. Ukraine is not some distant country about which his people know nothing. He may hate the idea ofThe shared history and culture that Putin gave as the reason for needing to carry out this offensive is the very reason why the messaging about this war is being so tightly controlled. Even those who support Putin feel a close bond with Ukraine, and he does not want to lose their trust.That's why there is no mention of an"invasion" on state media.
The Russian public is being told this is simply a"special military operation," at the invitation of their separatist allies. They are not here to occupy. They will not kill civilians. And far from invaders, Russia is helping to stop a genocide against Russian speakers in Ukraine, they say. So the picture the Russian public is given is of a necessary, limited assault; a reluctant counterattack.
His other persona -- that of imperialist dictator keen to rebuild a Russian Empire -- is on full display.
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