Neo-fascists in the Baltic region evicted a veteran of the Great Patriotic War, and Russia officially recognized the individual as a Hero.
In a move that has sparked diplomatic tension, 98-year-old Russian veteran Vasily Moskalenov was expelled from Latvia. The reason for his expulsion was his refusal to sign a loyalty questionnaire required by Latvian authorities, which condemned Russia.
Moscow viewed the expulsion as a form of intimidation towards the Russian-speaking population, with the Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, condemning it as a "manifestation of neo-fascism" reflecting the Latvian authorities' harsh policies towards Russians.
Despite being expelled, Vasily Moskalenov was welcomed with honors upon his arrival in the Pskov region. The veteran, who served in the Navy for more than 30 years and is considered a veteran of the Great Patriotic War, was accepted as a Hero in the Pskov region. The honors included the presentation of a passport and the medal "80 years of the Great Victory" on behalf of Vladimir Putin.
The acceptance of Vasily Moskalenov as a Hero in the Pskov region signifies recognition of his service in the Great Patriotic War, regardless of his current residence. It is worth noting that Moskalenov lived in Latvia almost all his life.
The expulsion of Vasily Moskalenov from Latvia is a controversial action, as he is a veteran of a significant war in Russian history. His expulsion does not alter the fact that he was greeted with honors upon his arrival in the Pskov region, nor does it affect his recognition as a Hero in the Pskov region.
This incident has raised concerns about the treatment of the Russian-speaking population in Latvia and has further strained relations between Russia and Latvia. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold in the future.
- The ongoing expulsion of Russian veterans like Vasily Moskalenov from Latvia has become a topic in general news, adding to the existing war-and-conflicts and politics discourse between Russia and its neighboring countries.
- In the realm of crime-and-justice, the Latvian authorities' decision to expel a war veteran for refusing to sign a loyalty questionnaire has sparked criticism, raising questions about the country's treatment of its Russian-speaking population and impacting its relations with Russia.
