Putin’s Decree: A 10-Year Plan to Erase Ukrainian Identity
Putin’s signing of a decree formalizing the Russification of occupied Ukraine through 2036 is essentially Putin saying the quiet part out loud. This isn’t about protecting Russian speakers or rectifying historical injustices; it’s a meticulously planned decade-long effort to systematically dismantle Ukrainian identity in the regions Russia controls.
This decree flagrantly violates international laws governing occupation. It encompasses forced passportization, forced mobilization, language bans, and population transfers, all hallmarks of a deliberate campaign to erase a culture and its people. For anyone suggesting a “freeze the conflict” approach or negotiations, this decree reveals Russia’s true intentions: to solidify its grip on Ukrainian territory and assimilate it into the Russian Federation.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
John Q. Hosedrinker