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Pro-Kremlin Media Falsely Claims UK Soldiers Back Russia

10/15/2025

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Story summary

Pro-Kremlin media narratives falsely claim British soldiers support Russia and compare Zelensky to Hitler.
Aiden Minnis (a citizen) is misrepresented as representing British military sentiment.
He allegedly burned his British passport to join Russian forces.
The UK government and military condemn the Russian invasion.
Zelensky, democratically elected, is recognized for mobilizing international support amid war.

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Story summary

Pro-Kremlin media narratives falsely claim British soldiers support Russia and compare Zelensky to Hitler.
Aiden Minnis (a citizen) is misrepresented as representing British military sentiment.
He allegedly burned his British passport to join Russian forces.
The UK government and military condemn the Russian invasion.
Zelensky, democratically elected, is recognized for mobilizing international support amid war.