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Street Protests in Russia
03:41 - 12:27 (08:45)
Russia has seen significant street protests in large cities since the invasion of Ukraine began. Many people, including those in the West, saw this as Russia's chance to create democratic institutions, and there was also a loss of national pride.
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Despite the risk of arrest and detention, Russian citizens in major cities have taken to the streets to protest the country's involvement in the war in Ukraine.
03:41 - 07:13 (03:32)
Summary
Despite the risk of arrest and detention, Russian citizens in major cities have taken to the streets to protest the country's involvement in the war in Ukraine. Independent media outlet Current Time reported that those interviewed said they opposed the conflict, even though the government has labeled it a "defensive" operation.
ChapterStreet Protests in Russia
EpisodeHow Russians See the War in Ukraine
PodcastThe Daily
This transcript highlights that complete denial of what's happening in Ukraine is pretty common in Russia due to the years of clamping down on free press and escalating rhetoric in media.
07:13 - 08:58 (01:44)
Summary
This transcript highlights that complete denial of what's happening in Ukraine is pretty common in Russia due to the years of clamping down on free press and escalating rhetoric in media. It also suggests that people are interpreting events through their own nationalistic and pro-state filters.
ChapterStreet Protests in Russia
EpisodeHow Russians See the War in Ukraine
PodcastThe Daily
This episode explores Russia's hope for democratic institutions after the fall of USSR and the loss of national pride within the country during this time.
08:58 - 12:27 (03:28)
Summary
This episode explores Russia's hope for democratic institutions after the fall of USSR and the loss of national pride within the country during this time. The financial crisis and panic among the citizens also impacted the priorities of the people during this period.