The Russian Federation does not stop active attempts to introduce its propaganda in the newly occupied territories of the Kherson region. Using various spheres and methods, the Russian authorities are trying to change the cultural and historical identity of the region. Below are a few examples of such propaganda activities.
1. Unveiling a bust of Admiral Fyodor Ushakov in Skadovsk: In Skadovsk, the occupants unveiled a bust of Admiral Fyodor Ushakov, who was a naval commander of the Russian Black Sea Fleet. The event was attended by the ‘governor’ of the region, Vladimir Saldo. The opening of the monument was accompanied by statements about the return of ‘real history’ to Kherson region, with an emphasis on the Russian heritage. The monument has the following inscription: ‘Do not despair! These formidable storms will turn to the glory of Russia.’
2. Registration of forest fire-fighting equipment of Golopristan Forestry and Hunting Service for Russian licence plates: New forest fire-fighting equipment of ‘Golopristan Forestry and Hunting Service’ was forced to get Russian licence plates. This is a step in the control of the service’s activities by the Russian authorities.
3. Sending schoolchildren from Kherson region to summer camp in Crimea: Pupils of educational institutions of Kherson region were taken to a children’s health camp in Bakhchisaray district of the occupied Crimea. From 6 to 26 August, schoolchildren from Genichesk, Chaplynka and Kalanchak districts will spend time with Russian occupiers who will try to brainwash them.
These events are part of a systematic propaganda campaign aimed at changing the cultural and historical identity of the population of the Kherson region. The Russian authorities are trying to implement their narratives by promoting the rewriting of history, controlling local infrastructure and influencing young people through educational and cultural programmes.
These events are part of a systematic propaganda campaign aimed at changing the cultural and historical identity of the population of the Kherson region. The Russian authorities are trying to implement their narratives by promoting the rewriting of history, controlling local infrastructure and influencing young people through educational and cultural programmes.
An important goal of this propaganda campaign is to create a sense of belonging to Russian history and culture among the population of the newly occupied territories.