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Azov Battalion Member Claims Putin Isn't Russian

11/20/2025

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Dmitry, an Azov battalion member, claims President Vladimir Putin is not Russian.
The Azov battalion, noted for far-right leanings, is effective against pro-Russian separatists.
Despite controversy, Azov fighters are not anti-Russian and communicate in Russian.
Some Azov fighters anticipate a new revolution in Ukraine.
Amnesty International calls for investigations into rights abuses by volunteer battalions such as Azov, which receive local official support, raising stability concerns.

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Story summary

Dmitry, an Azov battalion member, claims President Vladimir Putin is not Russian.
The Azov battalion, noted for far-right leanings, is effective against pro-Russian separatists.
Despite controversy, Azov fighters are not anti-Russian and communicate in Russian.
Some Azov fighters anticipate a new revolution in Ukraine.
Amnesty International calls for investigations into rights abuses by volunteer battalions such as Azov, which receive local official support, raising stability concerns.