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- Today I'm going to tell you about Ilya Yashin, an opposition politician who is now in prison and his message to the world.
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Blanket Russian-blaming ain't cool. But neither is blanket refusal to accept (at least some) responsibility on our part. By "us" I mean Russians anywhere in the world. It may not be our _fault_ but it's still on us to undo Russian government's atrocities of today in generations to come 💙✊
At least those Russian, who are now outside of Russia and thereby outside of the immediate reach of Mr. Putin, should get together and stand up against what Russia has become since aggressive Putinism took over (1999 and onwards ?). Personally, I would love to see an opposition in exile, that openly worked for a "free Russia", a reborn Russia, that is democratic, non-aggressive, open and respect the sovereignty of nations around it. It may be an enormous change, but it would be first steps to a normalized relationship between Russia and Western nations. From where I sit, in Denmark, I believe we would love to see Russians, that would say "Well, yes, we are Russians. But our old nation has turned itself in a direction, that we dislike. Let's try to change it together".
I blame even the 16% of Russians who disapprove putler's activities. They help russian economy by working and paying taxes. Feeling is somewhere between hate, disgust and no feelings at all. Asking us not to blame them is soft propaganda and people seem to buy that. There are probably under 1% who actively help Ukraine and deserve our respect.
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That would be very hard to do as the majority of Russian society within Russia do support Putin...
@@Mario-xr3jo They probably do - just like the majority of Germans also seemed to support Hitler and his gang. "We'll rule the world, go on Kraft durch Freude-holidays, get a VW and the Aryan race is unbeatable". A few years later, they sat in ruined cities, ate horse cadavres and found out the hard way, that the Nazi ideology had met its doom. Maybe Russians needs to hit that same realization - but in general, it would be better if we could avoid getting there.
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No NATO member country intends to invade Russia. All efforts focus on driving Russians out of Ukraine.
thank you for your clear analysis and reporting! Very important!
Ksenia, aren't you afraid that it's risky to talk about a magazine that's banned in Russia?
I just want you to be safe...
Take care!
Vlad Vexler in several of his RUclips videos talks about a large proportion of the Russian population being ethically 'responsible' but not 'guilty' of the things that are happening in Ukraine, and I think this is a good perspective to have. Thank you for the video Ksenia.
I've followed Yashin for a long time (well, probably about a month after the invasion) and learned a lot about Russian politics from his 'roliki' (love that word). His vids about Shoigu and Kadirov and Medvedev are educational if biased. I believe Yashin is a real Russian patriot. But I believe that Putin is too and that there's a reason this war is happening. NATO and the EU (NATO's political wing) is not benign, and I say that as a US military member who participated in SFOR in Bosnia-Hercegovina and supported (from behind the lines) the bombing of Yugoslavia/Serbia and KFOR. Just look what the US and the EU are doing to Hungary despite Orban and Fidesz being overwhelmingly elected in a democratic process. Duda in Poland was getting the same treatment before he went all going ho on the war in Ukraine. And of course we had yet another bombing of Syria today by a US taxdollar supported government.
I am happy that youtube found this channel for me; I follow a few pro-government Russian channels, so it is good to get an opposition view that isn't all 'attitude' and not even in Russia anymore.
What do you think of Alexsei Pivovar and 'Redaktsiya'?
As a US Marine I share your view
In Hungary Orbán and his party are not elected in a democratic way. You just watch a staged show, when in the background dirty things are happening. He totally changed the election system in a way which gives him 2/3 majority with a much lower portion of the votes. It's more like he is taking part in a sport game where he is the referee and even the reporter too. He has built a corrupt system, in which taxpayers' money goes directly to his childhood buddy, an uneducated gas worker. His oligarchs bought the independent media and converted them to propaganda channels/newspapers. The number of people who hate him is much higher than the numbder of his supporters, but opposition parties are not trusted too, so many people are inactive on elections. All the popular opposition politicians got so many attacks in their private life, that they left the political sphere. He always needs 'enemies' to make people forget about how hard their life is. Earlier the main enemy were Soros and the migrants, but for now he found inner enemies too, the teachers and health care workers, so his media is programmed now to descredit these people. As a hungarian citizen I see from inside that how our rights are taken in small steps. So please don't act like things go in a democratic way in Hungary.
I know who is at fault. I am so sorry that there are those that lump every Russian in the Putin pie....
My heart breaks for the rank and file Russian citizen.
I really get scared for you!
i personally don't hold average Russians like yourself at fault for the Ukraine situation, like i hope you don't hold people like me at fault for what the US government does. both of us are having to deal with our government's actions.
I'll never forget your face in your first video after the invasion. Such terrible chagrin. It was easy to empathize when a national action goes against one's own beliefs. Many in the USA have felt this on a number of occasions. Nevertheless, I think it's hard for many Americans to understand the very different relationship Russians have with their government in contrast with that experienced by most of the West, i.e. "government of the people, by the people, for the people", as President Lincoln said.
Love, peace and all the best to Ilya Yashin! Sounds like he is a very brave and decent person. ❤
I don't blame all Russians, certainly not Ilya Yashin, but I do blame the vast majority. In my opinion it's pathetic to try to paint a picture of lots and lots and lots of lots of people demonstrated. To my knowledge there has been +/- 20.000 legal cases all together to date of which the vast majority has been fines or shorter detentions. Russia has a population of +140.000.000. Around the start of the war the risk was so little compared to what the Ukrainians were going through. I'd expect millions to be on the street. From what I've been able to gather a huge number of people just don't give a shit. So for me personally, and many many years ahead, it will be guilty until proved innocent. I sincerely hope that sanctions including travel restrictions will stay in place for many many years in the future. How would I know whether the Russian next to me in the gondola in Canazei is one of Yashins judges or captors, or just somebody who didn't give a shit? I'll recognize Yashin. For the masses accept the collective responsibility, You have allowed this to happen and many of You have benefited from the criminal, corrupt and nepotistic society in getting jobs, schools, securing business, treatments and all the other sick things that has been going on for decades. You let things get out of hand. Ceterum censeo Putinem esse delendam.
Absolutely. The arrogance and political apathy is alarming and really depressing. They are all complicit in one way or another.
I can follow your anger against Russians a long way. When there is a fire, small children are sometimes said to hide in a closet. When you cannot see the fire, everything is ok, right? But it is not. The Russian "House" is on fire, but most Russians still hide in that closet. At some time, they may start to smell smoke. Feel the heat. See the fire on the outside. But then it might be to late to save them. I would like other Russians forming an opposition. But it may be too late. On the other hand, I don't want Russians sanctioned and punished for all eternity. Maybe they will have "to get burned" and then start from scratch again. A bit like Germany after WW2. A part of history Russians seem to like, but for other reasons.
Man, I sure am glad that most people didn't have this attitude to US citizens when we illegally invaded Iraq, illegally bombed Yugoslavia, illegally destabilized Syria, etc.
No, the truth here is that most Russians know that the US and EU NATO criminal globalists are at fault for this conflict, and the Ukrainians are stupid enough to allow them to take control and allow fascists to control them. This isn't about Ukraine. This is about destabilizing Russia - except the west is fighting against someone more intelligent than they are. Sanctions will not hurt Russia but will hurt the west in the long run - inflation in Russia is expected to hit around 5% in the first quarter of 2023, while the west will see double digits - Europe is lucky for a mild winter because without Russian energy they would be in worse shape. The destruction of Nord pipelines by the US was an act of war on Germany, but the western media is silent, as is the UN. They are all controlled by the American elite.
@@mitchyoung93 In general, most countries do not like Americans. The bonus of dislike or hate is when these "illegal" invasions occur. I've said it before, I'll say it again, most Americans don't care what other countries think.
I blame Victoria Nuland.
Finally a voice of reason. Nuland's reappointment into the center of the US foreign policy establishment was definetly a cue to Putin that no peace was possible other that Russian capitulation.
@@mitchyoung93 Feminists: "If women ran the world, there would be no more wars or killing."
Me: points to Vickie Nuland, Hillary Clinton, Samantha Power, Condy Rice, Susan Rice, Maddie Albright...
@@mvp019 LOL.
Ilya sounds exactly like the kind of politician that Russian people need. He is a brave man. He did nothing wrong, only trying to improve life for the people. The initiatives he tried to introduce sound great.
I hear many people interviewed on the streets complaining that the councils don't do work anymore, especially not removing snow from the streets etc. If every council had dozens of Ilya's on them and in the Kremlin Russia would not be at war but have a wonderful society and people a better life growing the economy all the time and not be seeing every other country as an enemy and starting wars. I wish him well. It's an outrage that good people like him are imprisoned. It proves that the Putin regime is just a mafia gang and doesn't care about the people. I hope some day it will be people like Ilya who are voted into government and change everything for the better in Russia. Thank you for drawing attention to his case.
Agree. So wrong for his treatment.
like it or not Putin is very popular in Russia. I am sure putin used evil to gain power, but keep in mind there are other forces inside russia that do want the soviet union to come back. putin at least moderates this. what I am saying is the alternative to putin is likely worse than putin.
This is Russia. "The perfect dictatorship would have the appearance of a democracy, but would basically be a prison without walls in which the prisoners would not even dream of escaping. It would essentially be a system of slavery where, through consumption and entertainment, the slaves would love their servitudes." ― Aldous Huxley
Your dead on. You read the book and see the correlation as well. Bang on Brian.
Thank you and stay safe Ksenia. ✌️❤️🙏
Thanks again for all of your wonderful information.
Many of us are quite good at distinguishing between the top and the common people. There will always be people who are ready with their judgment without thinking. Unfortunately, you have them everywhere.
Dear Knesia, I'm pretty sure anyone blessed with brains knows what's really going on now . . . thank you for this additional information. ❤
Politicians start wars not the individual people of the country. I have made friends with people from Russia before the war and are still friends with them. I think most people feel this way.
We do not accuse all just those who support the war. Which is far to many.
Thank you for your bravery, honesty and striving to enlighten us all about the lives of ordinary Russians but you yourself are NOT an ordinary woman at all. Your frankness and sense of justice make you an extraordinary woman in a world that increasingly has lost basic integrity, civility, and openness.
Stay safe Ksenia.
Thank you for this video.
TRUTH. Why Alexi Navani should be no champion of truth and rules based order. He did not endorse the 2022 invasion of Ukraine while in gaol, BUT did support the take over of Crimea in 2014 when he was free. This makes him a rogue, and should remain in gaol for this reason, although not the reason he went to gaol.
Thank You for another interesting video..I don't think most western people blame All the Russian people for the Ukraine action..We don't want most of what our government is doing either..Your fans here love you and think you are a wonderful person..Many Blessings and Safety to you, your Mom and family..❤️🌹🤗
From the heart no intelligent person would blame all Russian people for what is happening and if anyone understands just a small part about what living in Russia is like they will know it is not feasible for people to take the same kind of stand against the government that people in the west are free to do without very serious consequences. Please take care and stay safe 🙏🏻
Of corse they will, when their fridges are empty and they finally realize their government lied to them. They did it before.
From my first arrival in Vladivostock from Inchon in Korea, I was treated with nothing but kindness, even down to the dogs who sniffed my baggage for drugs. After they'd done their jobs, those dogs were more than willing to be petted and tossled with. Their tender only smiled through the whole process - to me, a nasty American. This experience repeated itself all along the TransSiberian railway to Moscow. I never heard an unkind word from a Russian. From our shared histories of the the wild east and the wild west, you'd think there would be little to quarrel about, Sigh. Love your talks!
Yes, I was able to read the letter in both Time and Reddit. As a follower of Wayne Dyer, I long ago removed the concept of 'Blame' from my life and dealings. As usual, my advice to you is, 'Be Careful'. We understand the situation and are here to support you in any way we can. Someday we will all look back on these times, in the meantime keep your wits about you. xo john
Thank you for your good words! I like your concept. I try to stick to this concept too.
Our (the West) quarrel is NOT with the people of Russia. Just like us we know you want Peace and the ability to grow and prosper. Corruption is a universal plague at every level. Please know that we (the people of the World) all bleed the same colour blood and cry the same tears. These are very trying times and I fear things will get worse before too long. Just know that we feel the pain. Love from Canada❤
These are very sad times. I hope one day these times will change.
Times keep changing all the time. For better or do worse. Nothing ever stays the same.
The Asbury Revival is going to go Worldwide. Times will change because people of all ages are being drawn by God.
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At least preachers are everywhere to remind them about that..........
I have never believed that all Russians are for this war. I now have a better understanding that unless the masses unite against as one. The individual is very limited in what they can do.
I understand the complexities of the situation within Russia....by reading, watching and paying attention. Some of the people are certainly more brave than myself, nobody can really say until put into such a position. I am not planning on giving up on peaceful Russians.
Hey Knesia, be safe and keep your 👀👂 out next week especially after the 21st .Be safe.
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Thanks God there are still people with a lot of courage! Thank you very much for your interesting videos!
We all know how the Average Russia citizen must be experiencing such hard times now and great confusion about the terrible war. But Most of the world is just focused on all the horrific events in the world and not too interested of things inside Russia. I think Russia inside is being forgotten as time continues.
Yes, you are right.
Russians must take their fate in their own hands and fight for their rights.
The west won't be able to help them even if it did its best.
Hello ksenia. Thank you for another informative video. I look forward to reading this article. I can't speak for all Americans, but many people I have spoken to about the Ukraine conflict all say the people of each country are the ones suffering, and that no civilian is to blame. It's sad, and I hope it ends soon. Please be careful, and I look forward to your next video.
Never would I blame the citizenry for the oft times secret actions of their government. Love the people, be leery of the elites who rule us. I love the Russian people, the Chinese people, the American people, whomever. We need government, just not ones that start wars or are indifferent to their citizens' needs.
There was news, or a rumour, that shortly. maybe the end of February, Russia might prevent access to RUclips in Russia. I hope this is not the case. I just wanted to write I have enjoyed learning new things about Russia from this channel. I hope the news or rumour is not true, but if you have to leave RUclips, replaced by a "Russian RUclips" I wish you the best of futures in your life.
all the people of Russia both good and bad know exacxtly what is going on in Ukraine and not saying anything about what has happened to Ukraine is so sad. i also see Russia sliding right back to the Soviet Union again with people informing on their neighbors and the Russian security forces acting just like they did in the Soviet Union. all Putin is interested in is trying to get the old order Soviet Union back in place. i pray the Russian people wake up soon and the Russian militsry wakes up and replaces Putin before it is to late.
What would happen if a president declared war and nobody showed up to fight and kill?
Great video Ksenia! Thank you! So many good comments. 😘
Thank you for this information.
we don't blame you beautiful.
Of course, Ksenia! Most reasonable people understand that the majority of Russians do not prefer this strategic military action. Especially men of conscription age. The situation is very sad.
Please, Please, PLEASE, keep yourself safe - I'm hoping that you make it to Bulgaria soon!
While I admire your candor, I'm also afraid of what might happen to you. Please be careful, and please be safe!
PS - The proper English word for "resignment" is resignation. (But, your way of constructing a word is correct - it's English that's strange).
Thank you so much for your support! I tell you about the things that are open and not a secret.
Resignation - I'll try to remember
Read it! Thanks.
Hello Ksenia and I certainly don't blame all Russians for the disaster Putin has created. All over the world there are good and bad apples. My country certainly has its share of bad ones too. Only ignorant and stupid fools would blame all Russians for this terrible mess. Many of us know better! I am a U.S. Navy veteran. I send you warmest wishes from the Granite State Ksenia!
Ksenia, It would be easy to just hate Russians right now. De-humanizing your enemy is as old as war itself. It is necessary if you intend to wipe your enemy out. I came to your channel before all this started. I could have been as calloused, but you continue to show us that the Russian people are just like us. Caring, fun loving, creative and family oriented. Unfortunately, every country labors and suffers under the direction of it's government. Please take care and be careful, I want to see more of Russia after this madness ends!
It is so easy not to hate Russians! It's the governments that are pitting themselves against each other and we know we are all for the most part victims of our government. The USA has failed it's people, we do not stand for the stupidity of our government officials that have been bought and paid for. It's the corruption we all hate.
Thank you Ksenia and your fellow Russian RUclipsrs for teaching us that westeners have more in common with some easterners, than we realized. I’m grateful for your messages!
Thank you so much!
I have read the article.
While I sympathise with the geist of it, some problems must be adressed.
Putin's regime was quite popular before the war. Even more so after the Russian invasion of Krim.
Most Russians are not terrorists or victims of terrorists. Most are standing on the sidelines. Applauding the terrorists. Some silently, some openly.
Hey beautiful internet friend, be careful what you say, stay safe but I know you are clever. Remember Canada would more than likely give you refugee status should you find yourself here. I know it's not your destination country however We are a beautiful country with friendly beautiful people. And the summers in Southern Canada are hot. I've felt it up to 41°C.
On a different note, is it possible to mail you anything? PayPal you at this time? What do you suggest is the best way to give you a donation.
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Good work Lady,,,,continu your good work,,,,I’m 🇨🇦I pray for you
I’m an American as we’re my forebears. My wife’s family came from Ukraine but they said they were Russians. Lucky they got out!
Well, that's part of the current situation...there are literally millions of Russian identifying people in Ukraine who want to have their kids educated in their own language, who honor their own culture, etc.
👍 I know that there are some of RF citizens who understand the difference between government and the motherland (and some of those including many RUclipsrs already went for a longer sightseeing trip abroad). Some understand that being a patriot doesn't mean blindly supporting the government (yet many believe the alternative reality in the TV). Government should be changed when it does not serve the citizens well or starts inducing hate to other countries followed by "special" (self destruction) operations.
Paying taxes in other country for some time seems the least risky yet the most democratic voting and resistance mechanism that was available for a RF citizen. Sad thing is that some people now can't even get the international passport. That starts to look like the biggest prison in the world... so your videos @StPetersburgme seem a bit similar to a letter from prison to The Times 🤗
Please be careful.
You are a great person.
I guess we need a Peace-Movement all over the world!
There was a very good video from the first days of the invasion, when there were some small protests - 20 russians running from one policeman, think it sums things up pretty well. But one things seems quite strange to me - protesting, doing anything is dangerous for russians, ok, but not doing anything is even more dangerous - with the most conservative estimates there are over 100k people dead or injured. But it seems the regime played its cards well - there are not many mobilized from Moscow and St Petersburg, and only from there major problems for the russian Fuhrer can come. It's a win/win situation for everybody - people in Moscow and St Petersburg are living the good life and having fun, people from the rest of the country can make some good $$$ if they survive, or as compensation for their death to their families, absolute bargain. Good deal for everyone I guess, and it will go unopposed for as long as it has to.
SAD. All 158 comments and only 2 people took the time to tell her they read the article she recommended to read BEFORE commenting.
I certainly read the article. Why should I have to explicitly say that I read it?
Thoughtful video. I must say this: I am very concerned for your safety. Your government doesn't seem tolerate at all of nay viewpoint that doesn't rigidly follow the government's narrative. Please be careful.
Maybe look for a channel called 'Redaktsiya', still in Russia, not the 'government line' at all. Russian language but good subtitles.
I have visited St Petersburg twice, Moscow three times, and Kiev and Minsk once each. My first trip was before the collapse of the SU or CCCP. I am devastated about what is happening there. I had such high hopes when I visited after the collapse. I only wanted the best for everyone. I am incredibly 😢 about what has happened. ❤ from Texas!
Agree i had hopes also. This attempted genocide makes no sense. A small group of people bringing a whole country down is so sad.
@@Milka_Kuz Im referring to Putin and his allies. Maybe you are referring to the military...they would not be at war except at the direction of Putin.
Very good presentation, it is so easy to pigeonhole all Russians as nefarious individuals, but you clear the air of this. Thanks for being a caring and freethinking world citizen!
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Always nice to hear from you Knesia ❤
Ksenia, not everyone blames Russia, or Russians for what is going on with UKR. We do know Pomah and I, that not everyone approves or is willing against UKR. You are entitled to your opinions. I am just very glad my Russian husband is with me, Pomah is only 27 y.o. so he might have had to be doing he doesn't approve of. We are sending to many members of his family funds each months to support them, because of restrictions we must do it with Bitcoins, otherwise it does not work. We care a lot about you Ksenia, you are an amazing women. Take care Ksenia. Hugs from Montreal, Canada.
❤I know this war is not the fault of everyone and I am sorry you have to live through it.
I live In Minnesota USA. I think you do a good job helping people understand much.
Thank you very much.
When the US does bad things, I know that I am partially to blame as well. I make sure to check if there is something I could have done better or made sure wad done differently. I try to make sure I vote. I try to get the word out on something that people may not realize. I talk to friends and family. I show up to debates or protests and I may write an article about something. It doesn't change things overnight but In a Democracy, it can change over time. What I don't do is make excuses to others or other countries. I acknowledge our bad behavior, do what I can as a voting citizen and person of influence. When I go to sleep at night, I am satisfied I have done everything in my power. I humbly apologize to anyone my country has hurt and find a way to help. I don't spend time and energy making excuses or trying to divert attention away from the problem...
Forget vox pops on the street , they will always be without exception manipulated to reflect the views of the interviewer.
I want to become a Russian citizen please find me a Russian wife
🤚 don't blame me either Russia are protesting in Ukraine as well 🤚 all my accounts are blocked 👍
Do not Worry we all know , West Always Russians case since created .
Great, honest information. Thank you and take care !
спасибо за видео и берегите себя
thank you for your video and stay safe❤
Navalny needs to be freed. He is the man & voice of a free Russia for the people.
Navalny is a western clown puppet, much like Zelinsky. I met Navalny when he was running for mayor of Moscow. The poor SOB thought that since I was an American, I would accept his liberalistic views for Russia - after five minutes with me, he couldn't get away fast enough. I couldn't either; the man is an idiot in its most accurate form
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Привет, Иво? Вы получили открытку? Я отправляла две: одну из России, одну из Беларуси.
@@StPetersburgme Привет! Получиль двух, спасиба болшое!
@@ivogalabov1973 Значит, почтовое сообщение работает. Здорово!
@@StPetersburgme Да, получиль и двух вместе
Thank you for your unifying perspectives. Hugs as always from Kansas USA 🌻❤🌈
Thank you very much for the video. Stay safe, and I hope you get to go to Bulgaria soon.
Hi Ksenia , as you suggested, I read this article , I am not familiar with this man so I can't offer much of an opinion on him . I for one am a huge admirer of the Russian people , I am not one of the propaganda run shallow , programmed by Russia phobia or China phobia stoked by Western media . This man states the world sees Putin as evil , he maybe hasn't noticed the largest countries on earth and many others who don't see that , and I would be very interested if he has an opinion on why the U.K supported by the U.S , blocked Russia's proposal for an enquiry into Bucha at the U.N . There have been some large anti war anti NATO involvement in this conflict in European cities , but these never get mentioned by most if any media . I am all for a free press and media , whether for those who support or are against Russia's actions , wherever they may be , I am also for a free press and media in the UK where I am , tho here the media is mainly right wing and offers mainly a right wing opinion . I was surprised to see this man has the means to be able to send a communication to the outside world , here in the U.K some journalists are jailed for proving war crimes and corruption of the elites and rulers and are not allowed such communications . Best regards.
Be careful my friend 🙏
I've read the message and I'm asking why he had such a damning message published when he's in a Russian jail subject to
all kinds of abuse and potentially even worse outcome.
Unfortunately for Ilya, all russians staying in the country after the first few months of the invasion will be 'painted with the same brush'. If it ever comes up in front of a tribunal, of course the situation will be considered. I personally have no problem with someone staying to try to improve the situation. I also think it is a rather naïve way to think but I can see their point of view.
Thank you very much Ksenia for this informative video. I know that the average Russian people do not understand this special operation undertaken by their government and also that many people are against it, whereas some others "approve" it. Anyway this man, who is trying to change Russian life for the better, is risking a lot politically speaking as he is in jail and people in general are scaried about it. The situation is really bad for the people as they are compelled to keep quite and not say what they really think and Ilya Yashin is the proof of this.Take care Ksenia.
Thank you for information. I don't blame the good Russian people.
Not all Russians can be blamed for the special operation in Ukraine. I have friends in both countries. My friend in Ukraine hates all Russians. I have argued with her that she is wrong to blame all but she is under a terrible mental strain and in all honesty is loosing her mind with worry.
My friend in Russian has apologised and has also suffered mentally. She know that her dreams of visiting America or introducing me to her city will probably never happen.
I am visiting France in April to see the museums and memorials to D day. 70 years later and it still hurts so many people.
Predictions for the future......
Ukraine will rebuild itself.
Russian people will suffer a locked in society like North Korea.
China will break apart sections of Russia and the world will be helpless to interact.
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Before I even viewed this video, I wanted to tell you that we don't blame the citizens of your country. We know that the vast majority of your fellow countrymen do not agree with the ideas and plans of those in charge there. I would like to commend you (I'm adding this part after having watched your video) on the thorough research you conducted and the detailed and articulate way you presented the information. Well done!
I am going to find this article and read it. Thank you for this. And as an American, we have no right to go pointing our fingers at other countries when our own country has its share of corruption/oligarchy. The political machine here cannot be trusted either.
Haven't read Ilya Yashin's article yet, but the apolitical behaviour of many (not all) Russians is a constant topic of interest to me. I understand, that Russia is a totalitarian society, and that voicing your opinion in different ways can be "dangerous" (also in different ways, depending on how you "misbehave"). However, when you look at it, being a male, that could be drafted for Ukraine could also turn very dangerous. Being a civilian living under sanctions also poses danger - are planes safe to fly, can you get the medicine you need, for example? As I understand it, much of the explanation to the Russian apathy seems to be, that "Russia has a population, not a people" as one Ukrainian RUclipsr put it. Some regions in the Far East and South may be so poor, that the chance of going to Ukraine to plunder and loot may be the "journey and chance of a lifetime". Vast parts of Russia seem to be caught up in despair, drinking, indifference, hate towards most parts of the world outside "Russkij Mir" - things have not been moving forward, maybe life was even better in Soviet days. To a great extent, Putin knows that, and many of those, who got drafted and possibly killed came from these poor, low income, "hopeless" parts of Russia. However, as the war drags on, its consequences become obvious to more and more Russians, and when young, well-educated, middleclass men from the fancier parts of Russia, like Moscow or Saint Petersburg, get drafted, too, maybe protests will get louder and more difficult to control. Especially, if there are no results to show after a year of war - what is the meaning behind it all, what are the objectives, why is there animosity against us?
From a Danish perspective, I think most people are able to distinguish Russian civilians from "the system"/Russian military/"Putin & friends". But ... Most Danes have probably never been to Russia, or have only been there shortly (personally, I have been like 4-5 days in Saint Petersburg, that's all). Just the process of getting a visa may scare some away, as we are so used to travelling freely over borders. Russia is not the mainstream choice for a city holiday, for example. Going to London, Rome, Berlin or Paris - much easier and maybe also less "intimidating". So what does the typical Dane got of firsthand experience with Russians? Well, interestingly enough, many have only met Russian people on holiday destinations in Turkey, where many seem to think, that the Russian holiday behavior is kind of a nuisance. The same applies to other nationalities, and especially Danish youngsters on holiday can be "wild", too. We are not perfect "angels", with good manners, either, when abroad. But that is the only time of year, where the majority of "us" may bump into Russians (in Denmark itself, there should only be around 6.000 Russians and descendants of Russians, so maybe 1 out of thousand would fall into that category). I.e. Russians here are few, and not very "visible" and active in the public debate, to be honest. So Russian people/civilians are kind of mysterious, rare-to-meet, "black boxes" in our lives, and if we finally meet some, either communication is more or less impossible. Or the Russians have probably integrated so well, that they are kind of bi-cultural and bi-lingual. So: if we don't visit Russia, don't understand the language or culture, only see them as a swarm of more or less insane holidaymakers in Turkey, all we can fall back on are prejudices and old tales and stories from the Cold War era. And then blaming a whole population of some 140-144 million people comes very easy. Maybe we need to get to know each other a little better - but a war doesn't facilitate that. And to many, there is probably also a growing indifference, anger, "russophobia", frustration, fear and a hundred of other feelings in action here. Why don't you all go to the streets, why are we not seeing the chaos, that could rock Putin's boat and possibly restore our faith in the Russian people? Why are there Russian women, who seem to okay, that their men commit rape on Ukrainian women? At least, females should understand each others feelings on such a sensitive topic. As I said, we know, that all Russians are not in favour of the war and that some are protesting in different ways. But far too many Russians appear to be laying low, trying to avoid problems themselves. They don't see, hear or say anything. That could be where some of the negative feelings towards Russians as a nationality could come from. We need another "Russian revolution" and after that a free, open and democratic "Free Russia". Take care, greetings from Denmark 🇩🇰.
aar: they will get arrested and thrown into prison if they protest -' it has happened not too long ago ... same in China, they tried but were arrested ... 😢😢
YOu are very delusional, my friend - Russia doesn't need liberalism or globalism - it is cancer that is destroying tradition and culture. President Putin and most Russians know this, which is why they support this SMO in Ukraine to keep globalists and their sick liberal ideology from contaminating their country. Only liberal fools in Russia think the western "democracy" is good - maybe they forget the rape of their country in the 1990s and the criminal organizations propped up by the western carpetbaggers who tried to destroy Russia.
Hi Ksenia, as a Canadian, most of us understand why protesting is difficult and also understand ALL Russian people aren't the same. I feel that most Russians are in fear of this act and either prefer not get involved in protesting or prefer to leave it as is. The young people of your country are your only hope for some sort of freedom of speech. Understand why Ukraine fights so hard for its sovereignty at a great cost to their lives, but they will get what they want with Western help. Russians need to choose their future. Either they change it for the better or keep the statis Coe. Under this ruler, the future is bleek.
*status quo
Thanks from Canada
Thank you for suggesting that article.
Thank you for valuable information. I knew of Ilya Yashin, but not as much details as you presented. Grateful for that. Another hero jailed.
It's so surprising that people who live in the West actually happen to hear about Ilya.
@@StPetersburgme there was a few lines in a national newspaper, that's where I read about Yashin. Not a deep journalistic piece, just a short note in 5-6 lines.
But I searched internet and found some more info.. Stay safe and hope for a brighter future.
You be safe and I hope him the best also from America .
Ksenia,this is an old saying that is so true,"sometimes the walls have ears"!
Thanks for the info. Will read that article now
I think you are very brave to continue your RUclips videos.
Hi Ksenia, I have been following a number of Russians both inside your country and some who have fled. I watch interviews conducted by 1420 where people on the street are asked for their views. Like anywhere, there are a range of opinions but it is hard to know people's true thoughts when they are frightened to air them. In Australia we are free to express our views, and I don't know what I would do if I was a Russian citizen and I really feel for you living under such a regime as all options are hard. You are very brave to be speaking out in this way. Ilya Yashin is a man with the courage of his convictions and unfortunately he is suffering for as a result. Having read his message I am wondering what we can do to support the good citizens of Russia without further enabling Putin. Do you have any suggestions?
I stopped this video and went to Google and read this article. It was a short but to the point and it’s clear what’s happening to him. Also to his fellow countrymen, the one council man that asked for a moment of silence for the Ukrainian children. I’d like to say on his behalf, can we all pray for all Ukrainians including the children and babushka’s. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I would like to add, we can have hate for the leader but also remember the Russian soldiers are pulling the triggers making this an unjust WAR. Thank You again, and continue to stay under the wire. Saying be careful, from Panama City Florida, USA. 🇺🇸. No Snow Just Breeze !
P.S.- I failed to say also pray for those soldiers that are away from their families. 🙏 !
Considering that this conflict was caused by the western leaders in the US and EU NATO countries, I believe we need to blame the right people. Russia and Putin never wanted this conflict, and in the best interests of Russia and the killing of people in the Donbas region, they needed to step in and stop the globalist of the west. The western governments don't care about the Ukrainian people and will fight to destabilize Russia right down to the last Ukrainian.
Thanks!
Thank you!
We stand with Ukraine !💛💙
Nope we are not
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Interesting Video.
There are people in America unjustly locked up by the Government.
People have also just disappeared. There have been 45 suicides connected to working with one very familiar American politician and her famous husband
I did read the article. For USA resident the author could substitute Ukraine for Vietnam. We(USA) had many thousands of men escaping the draft moving to Canada etc. USA had millions protesting in various cities for years. ALL Governments can and do turn bad.
Ilya Yashin sounds like a good municipal deputy & man, who did good for the people, like that taxi for low income people. Very nice but 15 days locked up is not good, then another 15 days, sure hope it does not get any worse. Please keep an eye on what is happening with laws and all, be safe, wish you all the best. Do hope people rise up, but it could be dangerous where you are. Just saw Georgia had some big demonstrations about that new law. All the best.