Today, Explained Putin’s war comes to Russia
Aug 23, 2022
Andrew Roth, Moscow correspondent for The Guardian, delves into the recent assassination of Darya Dugina, a pro-Putin commentator, possibly intended to target her father, nationalist Alexander Dugin. Roth explains how her death could shift power dynamics in Russia and exacerbate tensions within the country. He discusses the potential implications for the conflict with Ukraine and fears of escalating unrest as Independence Day approaches. Additionally, the conversation touches on the broader influence of war on global sustainability efforts.
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Darya Dugina's Assassination
- Darya Dugina, a political commentator, was killed in a car bombing outside Moscow.
- The explosion occurred after she left a right-wing political festival.
Dugina's Political Views
- Dugina, a pro-war commentator, held conservative views aligned with the Kremlin.
- Her father, Alexander Dugin, is a prominent far-right philosopher.
Dugin's Ideology
- Alexander Dugin, a Russian philosopher, is known for his ultranationalist views.
- He founded a movement blending far-left and far-right ideologies, opposing liberalism.