The Daily How Russians See the War in Ukraine
Mar 14, 2022
Valerie Hopkins, a New York Times correspondent in Ukraine, shares her insights on the complicated ties between Russians and Ukrainians. She discusses how misinformation from the Kremlin creates a wall of denial among Russians regarding the war's realities. Personal stories reveal the emotional disconnect within families, highlighting the impact of state-controlled narratives. The conversation also delves into the psychological effects of censorship and the struggle for truth amidst a backdrop of escalating conflict and humanitarian crises.
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Misha and his Father
- Misha Katsurin, a Ukrainian restaurant owner, called his father in Russia to describe the war's impact.
- His father denied his account, claiming Nazis controlled Ukraine and Russia was conducting a rescue operation.
Putin's Nazi Narrative
- Putin uses the Nazi narrative to justify the invasion, linking Ukrainian nationalism to Nazism.
- This rhetoric exploits Russia's pride in defeating Nazis in WWII and delegitimizes Ukraine's separate identity.
Russian Denial
- While street protests against the war occurred in Russia, many citizens deny the reality of the situation.
- They echo state TV narratives, claiming photos of the war are fake or that Ukraine planned an attack on Russia.