Since the start of the war in Ukraine, Russians living in France have been insulted or received threats.
Some have agreed to testify with "20 Minutes".
Nevertheless, many readers have written to us to point out that the Russians are not responsible for President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
A Russian restaurant, in Lille, which receives threats, a cultural center, in Paris, targeted by an incendiary device… Since the beginning of the invasion in Ukraine decided by Vladimir Putin, Russians living in France or official representations of the country are the target of threats, insults or degradation.
Some testified to
20 Minutes
.
Arthur, 48, explains that he is afraid to “speak Russian”, his native language, “with members of my family in the presence of other people”.
Although he does not have Russian nationality, he knows that his name and his "Slavic accent" could embarrass him if he had to look for work.
“We must stop this spiral of racism against Russians because it affects all people without distinction, including the most peaceful who are against the war!
“he believes.
Katia, 30, is also “of Russian origin, and of French nationality”.
The young woman received “derogatory comments and remarks” on social networks “because I was born in Russia”.
“I find it so stupid and stupid that, in 2022, we can come to this,” she underlines.
Michel, 46, has also seen “inappropriate comments on online forums targeting the entire Russian community”.
But "nothing bad," he says.
“People are usually smart enough to make sense of things,” he continues.
For example, I was present during a mass co-organized by the Greek Catholic Church, we prayed for Ukraine but also for Russia.
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"Putin's and only Putin's fault"
"You have to make a difference between populations and governments," says Loeti, a reader who left a message on the Facebook page of your favorite newspaper.
“The people of Ukraine are suffering and I support them.
Now, when you see Putin's repression of his people, it's also sad.
Especially since people often have family on both sides, ”she notes.
"My wife is Russian, she is against Putin's war, like many Russians," notes Jean-Marie.
For Sandra, "you shouldn't mix everything up".
"The Russians can't do anything against the madness of their president," she explains.
Jo, he draws a parallel with the Chinese who were targeted, during the first months of the pandemic, by people "who are really stupid".
“The Russian people have nothing to do” with the war in Ukraine, believes Inès for her part.
Russians, she says, “are very warm people.”
“All of this is Putin's fault and only Putin's fault.
Fanny also does not understand "people who insult and threaten the Russian people with what is happening".
“It's not their fault.
It is not because their president made this decision that they necessarily agree with him.
It's really stupid to generalize like that.
"The Russian people are not responsible for the madness of their president!"
“, also underlines Dominique.
Corinne calls on the French to show "a little common sense".
She wishes “good luck to our pacifist Russian friends”.
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