Continued Resistance Against Russian Soft Power
Ukrainians in Berlin have once again demonstrated against the performances of Russian opera singer Anna Netrebko.
Demonstration Details
The protest was organized by Vitsche Berlin at the Berlin State Opera (Staatsoper Unter den Linden). Activists voiced their discontent with Netrebko’s involvement in the opera, highlighting her support for President Putin’s regime.
Community Statement
The community emphasized:
“This is exactly how Russian soft power operates: it positions culture as separate from politics, war, and accountability.”
Ukrainians argue that the presence of Russian culture abroad is anything but neutral; it serves as a mechanism for the aggressor state’s influence.
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