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Why are people protesting across Europe?
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As I said before, I am not an expert in this conflict but I have heard similar analyses from different, very qualified analysts and commentators. If you wish for me to send you some links let me know.
And as I just said, saying it that way reeks of Russian propaganda. Framing Ukraine as a burden that is causing unrest instead of the reality of combination of poor policies (housing issues in Spain and cost of living in France), dissatisfied citizens, and foreign agitation.
Please read my original post. I did not say that the Ukraine situation has caused the unrest. It is an additional factor which has been a significant influence. The war has been going on for 5 years and has been a drain to some European countries which are caught up in funding the Ukranian govt.
I agree with you about "the reality of combination of poor policies..., dissatisfied citizens, and foreign agitation". The Ukraine war and its effects are another factor that can be added to that combination.
The framing is still wrong though. Unrest has been caused by Russia's invasion not Ukraine's need for support. This why I am pointing out how it is Russian propaganda in nature because it frames it from their perspective that Ukraine is the problem. This is backed up by their disinformation campaign blaming countries problems on immigration and funding Ukraine.
That's your viewpoint. I don't agree with it Disinformation is coming from various sources, not just Russia.
I am not a supporter of either the Russian or the Ukrainian regimes. Neither of them are honourable. My concern is for all the civilians and conscripts that are losing their lives, homes and their mental and physical health.
To go into the history of this conflict we would have to go to what was happening before Russia's attack. I don't have the time to go into detail as I would have to do more research