In Russia this year, May 9 is not only “Victory Day” in World War II, but is also intended to serve as a demonstration of power in the Ukraine war. Even the smallest ones have to serve for this.
Observers have been noticing an increasing militarization in Russian society for a long time – with the brutal war of aggression in Ukraine and the war crimes taking place there as a preliminary climax. The propaganda starts with the little ones. How children are instrumentalized and indoctrinated was shown in the run-up to the “Victory Day” celebrations on May 9th.
Videos and pictures on Twitter show a group of children in Russia seemingly carefree playing war: some dressed up as tanks, others as warplanes. Many wear military uniforms, some girls pose as nurses. The group is led by a boy dressed as a tank, who presents the letter “Z” – the symbol for the war against Ukraine.
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Kindergarten parade with Soviet symbolism
According to the Ukrainian broadcaster Hromadske, it is a Russian kindergarten group. It is unclear where exactly the video was taken. Nevertheless, it becomes clear which sign should emanate from the parade. The disguises are strongly reminiscent of the symbolism of the Soviet Union: red stars are painted on some cardboard tanks, and the teachers also wear Soviet uniforms. President Vladimir Putin wants to restore Russia to its former Soviet-era strength and power. Even small children are apparently co-opted for this goal.
“You can feel sorry for the children. Abused for propaganda. How cynical. First come the soldiers, last the paramedics,” wrote Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach on the video.
Russia celebrates “Victory Day” on May 9
On May 9th, Russia traditionally celebrates the victory over Hitler’s Germany in World War II. In addition, large military parades are held. This year, however, “Victory Day” is not only about the past, but is also marked by the war in Ukraine that has been going on for more than two months.
President Putin defended the war in his speech during the military parade in Moscow. This serves to defend the “fatherland” from the “unacceptable danger” that the Western-backed neighboring country poses to Russia. At the same time he warned of the danger of a new world war.
Sources: ///AFP/
Source: Stern
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