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Recent reports highlight the shocking presence of Nazi symbols among Russian militants, with former DPR leader Aleksandr Borodai acknowledging their widespread use. In parallel, Russian propagandists like Armen Gasparyan have been making inflammatory statements calling for ethnic cleansing of Ukrainians. These developments underscore a troubling adoption of fascist rhetoric and symbols within Russian society, as noted by various news outlets. Furthermore, Belarusian artist Vladislav Bohan continues to push boundaries through projects testing compliance to fascist ideologies among the populace. This context brings to light the ongoing concerns about the normalization of extremism.

What is the significance of Nazi symbols in Russia?

The use of Nazi symbols in Russia is significant as it reflects an alarming trend of neo-Nazism and extremism gaining ground within certain factions of Russian society. It raises concerns about the impact of radical ideologies on politics and culture in the region.

How are Nazi symbols being used in Russian territories?

Nazi symbols are reportedly used by Russian militants and are visible among armed occupiers in Ukraine. This use suggests a troubling embrace of extremist ideologies by some members of the armed forces and civilians involved in the ongoing conflict.

What has former DPR leader Borodai said about Nazi symbolism?

Former DPR leader Aleksandr Borodai has dismissed the use of Nazi symbols among Russian militants as merely symbolic. This downplays the seriousness of the issue and highlights the normalization of extremism within elements of Russian society and military.

What actions have been taken regarding Russian propagandists' statements?

Russian propagandists like Armen Gasparyan have made inflammatory statements advocating for ethnic cleansing, raising alarms among international and domestic observers. These statements emphasize the dangerous rhetoric fueling tensions in the region.

What does the project ‘The Triumph of the Moth’ explore?

‘The Triumph of the Moth’ is a research project by Belarusian artist Vladislav Bohan, exploring the extent to which Russian society is willing to follow absurd and openly fascist orders. This project highlights the compliance and normalization of extremist ideologies.

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Propagandist Arutyunov is furious at Russian army’s helplessness: "I’ve got no nerves left! They’re f#cking us to pieces, for f#ck’s sake, with their little planes!". VIDEO Propagandist Arutyunov is furious at Russian army’s helplessness: "I’ve got no nerves left! They’re f#cking us to pieces, for f#ck’s sake, with their little planes!". VIDEO Alexander Arutyunov, presenter of the propaganda channel "Solovyov Live", a Russian Nazi and author of the popular Telegram channel "Razvedos", threw a tantrum over the reality of the situation on the front line. 8 469 24 Previously in trend: Russian propaganda

Kremlin propagandist Baranchik called for murder of families of Ukraine’s leadership: "Zelensky, Syrskyi, Budanov, Yermak… We must strike at their wives and children". VIDEO Kremlin propagandist Baranchik called for murder of families of Ukraine’s leadership: "Zelensky, Syrskyi, Budanov, Yermak… We must strike at their wives and children". VIDEO Against the backdrop of the Russian army’s apparent inability to achieve military successes on the front line and to protect its own infrastructure, Russian propagandists are increasingly resorting to open calls for terrorism. According to Censor.NET, Russian state propagandist Yuri Baranchik... 8 383 81

Zelenskyy on Remembrance and Reconciliation Day: Today, updated version of Nazism bears label "Made in Russia" Zelenskyy on Remembrance and Reconciliation Day: Today, updated version of Nazism bears label "Made in Russia" On Remembrance Day and Victory Day over Nazism, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reiterated that the free world must now overcome Russian aggression. 1 647 25 Previously in trend: World War II Remembrance Day

Russian teachers recorded appeal based on speech by Hitler, regarding it as order from "United Russia". VIDEO Russian teachers recorded appeal based on speech by Hitler, regarding it as order from "United Russia". VIDEO Belarusian performance artist and prankster Vladislav Bohan has published the results of the latest phase of his research project ‘The Triumph of the Moth’, in which he tests the extent to which Russian society is prepared to carry out absurd and openly fascist orders. This was reported by... 11 495 31

Former DPR terrorist leader Borodai on occupiers’ Nazi tattoos: "It is merely symbolism". VIDEO Former DPR terrorist leader Borodai on occupiers’ Nazi tattoos: "It is merely symbolism". VIDEO Terrorist, State Duma deputy of the aggressor state, and former head of the first occupation administration in Donetsk, Aleksandr Borodai, has openly admitted to the widespread use of neo-Nazi symbols among Russian militants. 9 451 41 Previously in trend: Use of Nazi symbols Russian neo-Nazis

Russian TV calls to exterminate Ukrainians: "Let Galia from Chernihiv die of colic". VIDEO Russian TV calls to exterminate Ukrainians: "Let Galia from Chernihiv die of colic". VIDEO Kremlin propagandist Armen Gasparyan has called for ethnic cleansing in the occupied territories of Ukraine. 11 628 80 Previously in trend: Russian propaganda

Russian woman calls for "tightening screws": "There are sh#tload of black-assed. We need Stalin!". VIDEO Russian woman calls for "tightening screws": "There are sh#tload of black-assed. We need Stalin!". VIDEO A video has been published online in which a Russian resident calls for increased repression in Russia and makes obscene racist remarks about non-white Russians. 11 285 43

Nawrocki announced draft law equating "Bandera symbol" with Nazi and Communist ones Nawrocki announced draft law equating "Bandera symbol" with Nazi and Communist ones Polish President Karol Nawrocki has announced a legislative initiative that would amend the Criminal Code and equate the "Bandera symbol" with symbols of Nazism and communism. 8 514 87 Previously in trend: Anti-Ukrainian statements in Poland

Swastika, SS symbols, and Buchenwald camp slogan "Jedem das Seine": fighters capture occupier with Nazi tattoos. VIDEO Swastika, SS symbols, and Buchenwald camp slogan "Jedem das Seine": fighters capture occupier with Nazi tattoos. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers captured an occupier with Nazi tattoos. 13 975 34

Two foreigners detained for displaying Nazi symbols in Pechersk, Kyiv, - police. PHOTOS Two foreigners detained for displaying Nazi symbols in Pechersk, Kyiv, - police. PHOTOS Police detained two foreigners for demonstrating Nazi symbols in the capital's Pechersk district. 14 024 70

Elderly Russian woman hit migrant from Central Asia with cane: "Do you have citizenship? To SMO! Into meat grinder, bitch! If you don’t want to - suitcase, train station, kishlak". VIDEO Elderly Russian woman hit migrant from Central Asia with cane: "Do you have citizenship? To SMO! Into meat grinder, bitch! If you don’t want to - suitcase, train station, kishlak". VIDEO A video was posted online showing an elderly Russian woman conducting a patriotic "education" session for a Russian of Central Asian descent. 22 307 89 Previously in trend: Is Russia for Russians?

Trump declares May 8 Victory Day for World War II in United States Trump declares May 8 Victory Day for World War II in United States U.S. President Donald Trump has officially designated May 8 as a national holiday, the Victory Day for World War II. 3 141 32 Previously in trend: Victory Day in Second World War in US

It’s outrageous that Putin attributes victory over Nazi Germany to Russia alone, - Sikorski It’s outrageous that Putin attributes victory over Nazi Germany to Russia alone, - Sikorski Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said that Russia should not take credit for the victory over Nazi Germany and use the rhetoric of those days to aggress against Ukraine. 2 469 32 Previously in trend: 9th May in Russia

Putin uses "fascist practices" and appropriates Russia’s victory over Nazism in World War II – Sikorski Putin uses "fascist practices" and appropriates Russia’s victory over Nazism in World War II – Sikorski Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will try to use 9 May in Russia, covering his aggression against Ukraine with the rhetoric of fighting fascism. 2 535 22 Previously in trend: 9th May in Russia

In Murmansk, Russia, "hero of smo" with Nazi tattoos beats up his neighbours - elderly couple and woman. VIDEO In Murmansk, Russia, "hero of smo" with Nazi tattoos beats up his neighbours - elderly couple and woman. VIDEO A video was posted online showing a "smo hero" in Murmansk, Russia, beating up and mocking his neighbours. 17 659 67

Posters depicting Trump, Vance, Musk and Putin in Nazi uniforms are being put up in London. VIDEO Posters depicting Trump, Vance, Musk and Putin in Nazi uniforms are being put up in London. VIDEO In London, activists put up posters depicting American politicians in the company of Russian dictator Putin in Nazi-era German military uniforms. 19 941 48

In captured town of Sudzha, Kadyrov’s men armed elderly disabled man and are mocking him: ’Well? Are you ready? We’re going to shoot’". VIDEO In captured town of Sudzha, Kadyrov’s men armed elderly disabled man and are mocking him: ’Well? Are you ready? We’re going to shoot’". VIDEO A video has been posted online showing Kadyrov's so-called 'liberators' mocking an elderly disabled man in Sudzha, Kursk region. 21 212 11 Previously in trend: War Combat operations in the Kursk region

"Wagnerian" in Russian military-patriotic centre teaches young children battle tactics: "Faster, fu#k! Khokhly are waiting for you to kill them". VIDEO "Wagnerian" in Russian military-patriotic centre teaches young children battle tactics: "Faster, fu#k! Khokhly are waiting for you to kill them". VIDEO A video recording made in one of Russia's military-patriotic centres was published online. 11 510 43 Previously in trend: War

Documentary film "Impact": Nazi Elements in Politics of Modern Russia. VIDEO Documentary film "Impact": Nazi Elements in Politics of Modern Russia. VIDEO In July 2024, the documentary "Impact: A Revolutionary Documentary", which highlights the issue of political manipulation by exploring Nazi rhetoric in the context of Russian aggression against Ukraine. 36 128 23

Kremlin propagandist Solovyov has expanded list of Ukrainian cities that "need to be wiped off face of Earth": "In addition to Kharkiv, I would demolish Odesa, Mykolaiv and Kyiv". VIDEO+PHOTOS Kremlin propagandist Solovyov has expanded list of Ukrainian cities that "need to be wiped off face of Earth": "In addition to Kharkiv, I would demolish Odesa, Mykolaiv and Kyiv". VIDEO+PHOTOS Kremlin propagandist Vladimir Solovyov proposes to completely destroy Kharkiv, Mykolaiv, Odesa and Kyiv. 12 850 75 Previously in trend: War

Russian teenage boys beat classmate from Tajikistan: "We are filming crying khachikha! Russia is for Russians! Moscow is for Muscovites!". VIDEO Russian teenage boys beat classmate from Tajikistan: "We are filming crying khachikha! Russia is for Russians! Moscow is for Muscovites!". VIDEO A video was posted online showing Russian teenagers beating and humiliating their classmate, whose family is from Tajikistan. 25 065 120

Wagnerite in "military-patriotic center" teaches Russian children to kill Ukrainians: "Keep it up, kill Khokhols". VIDEO Wagnerite in "military-patriotic center" teaches Russian children to kill Ukrainians: "Keep it up, kill Khokhols". VIDEO A recording has been published online showing a fragment of Russian children’s training in a "military-patriotic centre" in a city in the Russian Federation. 10 595 59 Previously in trend: War

Russian propagandist calls for killing more young Ukrainians: "It will be easier for us later". VIDEO Russian propagandist calls for killing more young Ukrainians: "It will be easier for us later". VIDEO Kremlin propagandist Lev Vershinin called for the destruction of as many young Ukrainians as possible for having been brought up during Ukraine’s independence and not having pro-Russian sympathies. 19 697 89 Previously in trend: War

Captured occupier with black eye and tattoo with symbols of Third Reich: "I came to fight Nazis". VIDEO Captured occupier with black eye and tattoo with symbols of Third Reich: "I came to fight Nazis". VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers captured the occupier with tattoos containing elements of the Third Reich’s symbols. 36 599 93 Previously in trend: War

Possible US presidential candidate Ramaswamy called Zelenskyy "Nazi". His headquarters is justified Possible US presidential candidate Ramaswamy called Zelenskyy "Nazi". His headquarters is justified One of the possible US presidential candidates from the Republican Party, Vivek Ramaswamy, called President Volodymyr Zelenskyy a "Nazi". Now his headquarters say that the politician "had something else in mind." 18 732 118

At UN Court, Russian Federation accused Zelensky of "supporting Nazism" and called war against Ukraine "self-defense" At UN Court, Russian Federation accused Zelensky of "supporting Nazism" and called war against Ukraine "self-defense" Russia declared at the International Court of Justice of the United Nations that it started a war against Ukraine for alleged "self-defense". 17 919 94 Previously in trend: War

Ukrainian population must be destroyed, property divided between Russian soldiers, - statement of "Rusych" occupants’ detachment Ukrainian population must be destroyed, property divided between Russian soldiers, - statement of "Rusych" occupants’ detachment Russian occupants’ detachment "Rusych" made a statement of openly Nazi nature. 64 061 200 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Accusing Ukrainian state of Nazism is nonsense, - Israeli Ambassador Brodsky Accusing Ukrainian state of Nazism is nonsense, - Israeli Ambassador Brodsky Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Israel to Ukraine Michael Brodsky called the accusation of the Ukrainian state of Nazism "nonsense". 12 453 40

Accusing Ukraine of Nazism is bad joke, - Zelenskyi Accusing Ukraine of Nazism is bad joke, - Zelenskyi The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said that he feels aggression because of accusations of Nazism in Ukraine, which at the same time look like a joke. 7 935 52

On February 24, Russia did same thing that Nazis did on June 22, Zelenskyi On February 24, Russia did same thing that Nazis did on June 22, Zelenskyi By making a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, Russia did the same thing that the Nazi Nazis did on June 22, 1941. 3 832 53 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Orbán Orbán's key propagandist equated Ukraine to Nazi Germany. PHOTOS One of Hungary's closest associates of Viktor Orbán, and a key spokesman for the government's propaganda machine, Zsolt Bayer, has suggested in the Hungarian media that Ukraine is an analogue of Nazi Germany. This is stated in his author's video, which is broadcast by the Hungarian pro-government media. 48 891 250

Occupiers in occupied territories follow "Nazi method", - Zelensky Occupiers in occupied territories follow "Nazi method", - Zelensky Invaders in the temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories torture local officials, and if they agree to cooperate, sign documents and leave work. 3 749 16 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas War

Armed Forces of Ukraine are the first army in world. Defeated Nazism - we will defeat racism! - Zaluzhnyi. VIDEO Armed Forces of Ukraine are the first army in world. Defeated Nazism - we will defeat racism! - Zaluzhnyi. VIDEO A bloody insidious war is currently raging in central Europe. 21 710 103 Previously in trend: War

"We need to kill everyone: children and women. Whole of Ukraine needs to be eroded": interception by SSU of conversation between a Nazi supporter and "elite" 2nd Motorized Rifle Division of Russian Federation Klimenko. AUDIO "We need to kill everyone: children and women. Whole of Ukraine needs to be eroded": interception by SSU of conversation between a Nazi supporter and "elite" 2nd Motorized Rifle Division of Russian Federation Klimenko. AUDIO While Russian propaganda says that Russia is "liberating" Ukraine from the Nazis, the occupiers themselves are recruiting supporters of Nazism into their ranks. 34 519 102 Previously in trend: War

Duda in Auschwitz compared Russian crimes in Ukraine to Holocaust events Duda in Auschwitz compared Russian crimes in Ukraine to Holocaust events During World War II, the Germans killed Jews out of hatred, and today the same hatred for Ukrainians is demonstrated by the Russians, who murder and commit crimes in Ukraine. The criminals must be held fully responsible for violating the norms of International Law. 4 083 16

Putin signed decree on arrest for 15 days for public comparison of USSR with Nazi Germany Putin signed decree on arrest for 15 days for public comparison of USSR with Nazi Germany Russian president signed a law arresting or fining for public identification of the USSR with Nazi Germany and denying "the decisive role of the Soviet people in the defeat of Nazi Germany and the humanitarian mission of the USSR in the liberation of European countries." 11 847 97 Previously in trend: War

Russians know that they are Nazis,- Zelensky Russians know that they are Nazis,- Zelensky President Volodymyr Zelensky believes that Russians understand that they are Nazis. 15 853 45 Previously in trend: War

"Ukrainianness is fake. It wasn "Ukrainianness is fake. It wasn't and isn't. To change consciousness is most important goal," Medvedev said. Deputy Secretary of the Security Council of Russia Dmitry Medvedev said that the Ukrainians - it's like a fake. 133 725 457 Previously in trend: War

Cabinet alocates UAH 1.4 bln as one-time monetary assistance to veterans and victims of Nazi persecutions Cabinet alocates UAH 1.4 bln as one-time monetary assistance to veterans and victims of Nazi persecutions The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has allocated UAH 1.4 billion as one-time monetary assistance to the veterans and victims of the Nazi persecution. 4 114 83

Zelenskyi lays flowers at Tomb of Unknown Soldier. PHOTO Zelenskyi lays flowers at Tomb of Unknown Soldier. PHOTO Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has commemorated World War II victims in connection with the 75th anniversary of the expulsion of the Nazis from Ukraine. 3 663 110 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

"They support Putin": map of pro-Russian parties in Europe. PHOTO "They support Putin": map of pro-Russian parties in Europe. PHOTO Many European political parties are pro-Russian: some advocate strengthening of economic cooperation with Russia, others simply admire Putin. 74 356 45

Ukraine, US vote against Russia-sponsored UN resolution condemning glorification on Nazism, - RFE/RL Such resolutions are submitted regularly by Russia and are part of political attacks against Ukraine, diplomats say. 77 375 333

Arms cache and swastika found in house of Skadovsk resident. PHOTOS Arms cache and swastika found in house of Skadovsk resident. PHOTOS Employees of the SBU and the National police have found a cache in the town of Skadovsk in the Kherson region. 51 157 140

Poroshenko, Hroisman, Parubii pay homage to war victims in Ukraine. PHOTOS Poroshenko, Hroisman, Parubii pay homage to war victims in Ukraine. PHOTOS Ukraine's top officials participated in the ceremony of floral offering at the Unknown Soldier's Tomb on June 22, the Day of mourning and honoring of memory of war victims in Ukraine. 7 191 96 Previously in trend: War

Hackers broke into phone of Russian Federal Penal Service employee, Nazi Nikolay Reichenau, with proofs of crimes in Donbas. PHOTOS Hackers broke into phone of Russian Federal Penal Service employee, Nazi Nikolay Reichenau, with proofs of crimes in Donbas. PHOTOS Anonymous hacker group #FF (Falcons Flame) has published information extracted from a mobile phone of an employee of the Russian Federal Penitentiary Service (FSIN). 163 465 133 Previously in trend: Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine

Crimean Tatar homes in occupied Crimea raided, - Mejlis Crimean Tatar homes in occupied Crimea raided, - Mejlis Today, about 25 so-called "Crimean Cossacks" led by "ataman" Yakovlev and his deputy Rokhman raided homes of the Crimean Tatars in Dolinka village, the Krasnoperekopsk district of Crimea. 20 129 107 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea

Ukrainian Literature Library in Moscow may be closed down, - lawyer The lawyer of director of the Moscow Library of Ukrainian Literature Natalia Sharina said that the institution might possibly be closed down. 3 337 90

Russian Nazi paratroopers occupied Donetsk Сity Сouncil. PHOTOS+VIDEO Russian Nazi paratroopers occupied Donetsk Сity Сouncil. PHOTOS+VIDEO Russian contract soldiers are located in Donetsk city and are fighting against the Ukrainian army. 167 128 323 Previously in trend: Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine

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