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Berlin Protest: Divided Russian Opposition Demonstrates Against Putin
Russian opposition figures, including Julia Navalnaya, plan a Berlin demonstration against Putin and the war in Ukraine, facing internal divisions over the use of the Russian flag.
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Germany
PoliticsRussiaUkraineGermany Russia Ukraine WarProtestOpposition
Fbk (Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation)Anti-War Committee
Julia NavalnayaAlexey NavalnyIlya YashinVladimir Kara-MurzaMikhail KhodorkovskyKsenia LarinaAlexander KynewDmitry Gudkov
- Who are the main organizers of the planned demonstration in Berlin?
- Prominent Russian opposition figures, including Julia Navalnaya, will demonstrate in Berlin against Putin and the war in Ukraine. The planned demonstration will march to the Russian embassy near the Brandenburg Gate.
- What are the main goals of the demonstration in Berlin, and what is its significance?
- The demonstration aims to give a voice to Russian war opponents silenced at home and seeks to hold Putin accountable for his actions in Ukraine. It draws inspiration from previous successful demonstrations by the Iranian opposition in Berlin.
- What is the main point of contention among the Russian opposition regarding the demonstration?
- A debate arose about using the Russian tricolor flag in the demonstration. Critics argue it's been discredited by the war, while others believe excluding it would discourage participation. Organizers decided to leave the flag issue open.
- What are the prospects for the Russian opposition's future actions, and what is their inspiration?
- The long-term plans for the Russian opposition remain uncertain, with internal disagreements hindering unified action. Despite challenges, the opposition seeks to continue its activities, inspired by the example of other successful exile movements.
- What are the key divisions within the Russian exile opposition, and how do these impact their efforts?
- The Russian exile opposition is divided, with some supporting Julia Navalnaya and others aligning with Mikhail Khodorkovsky. This division impacts their organizing efforts and ability to present a unified front against the Putin regime.