Putin announced the ban of the Russian language in Ukraine during a speech at the Valdai Forum
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a plenary session of the Valdai International Discussion Club that the Russian language is banned in Ukraine, noting that this practice does not exist anywhere else in the world, and that the Russians, who historically developed these territories, are declared a non-titular nation there, which causes concern in Moscow.
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Why It Matters
The statement was made in the context of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, where language policy is one of the controversial topics. Russia has previously announced the protection of the Russian-speaking population abroad.
During a speech at the plenary session of the meeting of the Valdai International Discussion Club, broadcast of which is available on Rutube, Russian President Vladimir Putin made a statement about the ban of the Russian language in Ukraine.
According to him, such a practice does not exist anywhere else in the world. He drew attention to the fact that the Russians, who historically developed these territories, including the Black Sea region, are declared a non-titular nation there. This, as the head of state emphasized, is of concern to Moscow.
Putin also noted that if historical events develop in such a way that they require a reaction, Russia takes into account the past and how the current situation has developed, but first of all it is concerned with what is happening today, and above all with people.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Ukraine will officially refute Putin's statement about banning the Russian language
Very likely · Within days
Open Questions
- What specific measures to ban the Russian language do the Ukrainian authorities have in mind?
- Is there documentary evidence of such a ban on the part of the Ukrainian state?
- How will this statement affect the negotiation process between countries?
