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202332 minPG-13current-affairs

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Russian Conscientious Objectors

202332 minPG-13current-affairs

In October 2022, three Russian war refugees opposed to Vladimir Putin's regime seek to build new lives in Munich, Germany, while refusing to fight in Ukraine.

russia-ukraine civil-liberties refugee-crisis conflict

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Russian Conscientious Objectors

2023• 32 minPG-13

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In October 2022, three Russian war refugees opposed to Vladimir Putin's regime seek to build new lives in Munich, Germany, while refusing to fight in Ukraine.

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In October 2022, a Munich resident welcomed three Russian war refugees. All three individuals strongly oppose Putin and are resolute in their decision not to participate in any combat actions against Ukraine. They aimed to quickly establish a new life in Germany. Russian Conscientious Objectors | Documentary provides insights into the current landscape of culture, news, and current affairs through powerful, refreshing, and entertaining documentaries subtitled in English for an international audience. The film explores a wide range of topics related to the Ukraine war, art, and more.

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