"Controversial Claims: Russian Newspaper Accuses Jewish Zelensky of Sacrificing Ukrainians for Revenge"

Pravda, a Russian newspaper, published a conspiracy theory alleging that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is causing Ukrainians to die in the war with Russia as revenge for past antisemitic pogroms. The theory, which ignores Russia's higher death toll, suggests that Zelensky, who is of Jewish descent, is targeting Ukrainians to avenge the atrocities committed against Jews. The article reflects a loosening of taboos on antisemitism in Russian media since the war began and highlights the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine.