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How the father figures: a mysterious Moscow killing

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Ideological Underpinnings of Russian Nationalism

This chapter examines the views of a key Russian nationalist figure and advisor to Putin, who advocates for Russia's divine mission to unify Slavic nations and supports territorial ambitions like the invasion of Ukraine. It also discusses the assassination of Daria Dugina, the Kremlin's narrative surrounding Ukraine, and the complexities of blame in geopolitical conflicts. The analysis explores various theories and implications of recent events, including potential internal dissent against Putin and how these narratives shape political agendas.

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