Dear CCI Friends,
While we are deluged with news, commentary, opinions and political bombast from all sides on the subject of the war between Russia, Ukraine, NATO and the US, it is almost impossible to detect the voices of the people living in the center of the maelstrom – the people of the Donbass. Considering that it was their rejection of the 2014 coup in Kiev that precipitated the conflict, we feel it is important that we hear them.
Alexander Korobko, filmmaker and citizen of Donbass, has created a video – a docu-drama – based on the career of Alexander Zakharchenko, the leader of the ‘Donetsk Peoples’ Republic’ from the time of its creation immediately after the coup until his assassination in 2018.
In describing his film Mr. Korobko has said, “The film presents an untold story of a conflict that is becoming increasingly globalised, one that is otherwise overshadowed by two opposing agendas – Russia’s and Ukraine’s/NATO’s. It might be considered politically incorrect by some on either side, but its spirit is categorically anti-war.”
We hope you will find the time to view this perspective and let us know your thoughts.
Sincerely,
Paula, Pam and Krishen
Center for Citizen Initiatives