Russian Exiles
The Russians defying Putin's war
Amid the conflict in Ukraine, thousands of Putin's opponents have left Russia. Young activists who have fled are working to inform remaining Russian citizens about the realities of the war.
Propaganda has played a major part in Putin's war against Ukraine - and with independent media sources now banned, many Russians continue to be oblivious to the realities of the conflict. 'Propaganda is everywhere, on every corner, in things like internet sources. A lot of people are deprived of this information. It’s one of the things that the regime is using to be stronger', explains activist Daria. She's one of many Russians who have fled the country - and is now working to inform Russians of the truth about the war. Many feel conflicted about fleeing: 'By staying in Russia you become an accomplice to the massacre of thousands of people. But I hear many people say "go back to Russia and protest!"', explains activist Lev. 'Going back to Russia would be difficult: too many people support the war', says student Sonya.
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