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Russian Public Opinion: A Divide Between Domestic Propaganda and Exile Voices
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has spurred markedly different reactions within Russian public discourse, split between perspectives originating within Russia itself and those expressed by Russians in exile.This divergence highlights the constraints on free expression within the Russian Federation and the contrasting viewpoints held by those outside its borders.
The Viewpoint from Exile
Russian citizens living in exile have largely condemned the actions of the Putin regime, emphasizing the human cost of the war for both Ukraine and Russia. Thes voices frequently draw parallels between the current conflict and historical events, particularly contrasting the performance of the current Russian armed forces with that of the Red Army