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Belgium Festival Cancels Controversial Russian Soldier Documentary

4/1/2025

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The DOCVILLE festival in Belgium has pulled the screening of Anastasia Trofimova's documentary, which depicted Russian soldiers as victims while glossing over their war crimes in Ukraine. This decision came after strong pressure from the Ukrainian Embassy and officials, who argued that such narratives fuel Russian propaganda and undermine the fight for justice in Ukraine.

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The DOCVILLE festival in Belgium has pulled the screening of Anastasia Trofimova's documentary, which depicted Russian soldiers as victims while glossing over their war crimes in Ukraine. This decision came after strong pressure from the Ukrainian Embassy and officials, who argued that such narratives fuel Russian propaganda and undermine the fight for justice in Ukraine.