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Russia's Propaganda Project Militarizes Ukrainian Youth in Crimea

10/26/2025

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In Crimea, authorities launched a propaganda project targeting Ukrainian children to instill loyalty to the occupation.
The Crimean Tatar Resource Center says schools will exhibit glorifying Russian military figures, part of militarization violating international law.
An investigation found high-ranking Russian officers oversee military training programs for Ukrainian youth in occupied regions.
The Warrior Center for Military and Patriotic Education, established by Russian President Vladimir Putin, trains children for military service.

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In Crimea, authorities launched a propaganda project targeting Ukrainian children to instill loyalty to the occupation.
The Crimean Tatar Resource Center says schools will exhibit glorifying Russian military figures, part of militarization violating international law.
An investigation found high-ranking Russian officers oversee military training programs for Ukrainian youth in occupied regions.
The Warrior Center for Military and Patriotic Education, established by Russian President Vladimir Putin, trains children for military service.