DISINFO: Zelenskyy's ‘Glory to Ukraine’ is a Nazi salute calling for the extermination of Russians
SUMMARY
Incidentally, Zelenskyy ends every speech with the nationalist slogan ‘Glory to Ukraine’. Against the background of the constant disparagement, insults and dehumanisation of Russians, such farewell formulas can therefore be seen as a Nazi salute. The political practice becomes Nazi when the physical extermination of political opponents is presented as a legitimate act that is no longer punishable. Language that paves the way for the killing of Russians as brutes is, therefore, an undeniably Nazi instrument.
RESPONSE
Recurring pro-Kremlin disinformation narrative about Nazi Ukraine. The slogan "Slava Ukraina" (Glory to Ukraine) has been part of the Ukrainian national movement since at least the late 19th century, long before any association with Fascism.
The slogan gained prominence during the Ukrainian Revolution of 1917-1921, when demonstrators used it as a patriotic expression and the Ukrainian People's Army adopted it as a military salute. Various historical accounts document that Ukrainian nationalists and political movements have used this phrase for over a century.
The narrative linking "Slava Ukraina" to Nazism primarily stems from Russian propaganda efforts aimed at discrediting Ukrainian patriotism. This tactic seeks to undermine Ukraine's identity and independence by falsely associating its symbols with extremist ideologies. Notably, the Kremlin has repeatedly attempted to paint Ukrainians as collaborators with Nazis, despite a lack of credible evidence supporting these claims.
Today, "Slava Ukraina" is embraced as a symbol of Ukrainian sovereignty and resistance against foreign aggression, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict with Russia. It has been officially recognised in the Ukrainian armed forces and is widely used as a rallying cry for patriotism and unity.
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