WorldCampaign for Putin, be a star in Washington?
As Washington debated a sanctions bill that could intensify pressure on Russia, Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin appeared in a campaign video for Putin’s United Russia party. The article argues that Russia has long used sports to spread its narratives, build soft power, and legitimize its war and occupation policies.
TThe Kyiv Independent★★★☆☆2026-09-21 14:50Original
Campaign for Putin, be a star in Washington?
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