Has the Kremlin failed? – Russians in Kursk: “We are now Sandler!”

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Since Ukrainian forces began their offensive in Russia’s Kursk Oblast in August 2024, many locals have lost their homes. Despite the threat of massive reprisals, they dared to take to the streets on Saturday – and made their frustration known in a loud protest.

War has been raging in the Russian border area for months and according to the US and South Korea, North Korean soldiers are also deployed there. Apparently the Kremlin is unable to get the situation under control. The Russian authorities are not releasing money to support the population, and compensation for lost apartments is taking a long time, Russian media write.

“We are Sandler now,” say the desperate people who have gathered. The region’s governor, Alexander Hinstein, clearly tried to calm the heated emotions. “No, you did not become a Sandler, because a Sandler is someone without a fixed address. “You will receive all certificates and accommodation,” the politician promised.

The dilemma with corruption
Corrupt officials are responsible for many problems. “I don’t trust all the civil servants who work here and not all the government representatives,” Hinstein admitted. Charges have already been filed against some: “I think a lot of people should be held accountable because of what is happening here as a result of corruption.”

There are regular protests in Kursk because the government leaves Russian refugees alone in their misery. In November, local authorities said some of those responsible for the abuses had resigned. However, it later turned out that they could still hold their positions…

Source: Krone

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