Folklore Serves the Kremlin

Russia's cultural scene is experiencing a boom driven by a deliberate strategy implemented by President Vladimir Putin. Since 2014, Putin has promoted ‘national identity and traditional Russian values’ to counter ‘destructive ideological influences,’ particularly intensified since the start of the war in Ukraine. This cultural push is being used to bolster national sentiment and support the ongoing conflict.

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