WorldRussian commentators in Europe justify Moscow’s war against Ukraine

Latvia’s declaration of Russian-born journalist and blogger Leonid Ragozin as persona non grata has spotlighted Russians who once portrayed themselves as Putin opponents but are now accused of repeating Kremlin narratives. Ragozin called the move political persecution and has blamed Ukraine and the West for the war, arguing it can end only on Moscow’s terms.

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TThe Kyiv Independent★★☆☆☆2026-10-15 16:59Original