The Consequences of Western Shortsightedness on Russia's Opposition and War-Mongering.

Russia's opposition and anti-war movement face difficult conditions both inside and outside the country due to pressure from the regime and criticism from Ukraine. The European Union's policy of visa restrictions and cultural discrimination towards anyone born in Russia has made it harder for the opposition to fight against Putin. The opposition is also struggling with internal disputes regarding personal sanctions and the limits of actions taken in defense of the interests of "the average Russian." The war in Ukraine continues, and most Russians support it due to the regime's successful narrative claiming Russia is merely defending itself. The opposition's goal is to increase the cost of the work the state is having to do with the public, and every specialist who leaves the country or stops working with the state delivers a powerful blow to the Kremlin's ability to maintain the technological level of its weaponry.