'My home too': For Russians in Ukraine, the motherland is now the enemy • FRANCE 24 English

Before the start of the war, thousands of Russian nationals lived in Ukraine, many of whom now find themselves torn between their country of origin and the place they have come to call home. Some, like 40-year-old Andrey Sidorkine who has lived in Kyiv for 15 years, say they are willing to take up arms against invading Russian forces to protect their adopted country.
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[@mariebeunaiche241]

Please everyone, please remember that not all Russian people are our enemies. Like this woman who fled the modern day Czar oppression.

[@inugumifujimiyachhololivee1588]

Да здравствует СВОБОДНАЯ УКРАИНА

[@microsoftpainenthusiast8096]

Andrey is so cool. Great that he understands why he is not able to be in the official Ukrainian army and doesn’t get angry about it, still helping as a volunteer.

[@carlosalexanderly7733]

Integrity!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ascoop22]

He tried 5 times. I bet he got really angry it.

[@syncmonism]

@@ascoop22 Probably not. They were probably quite nice to him at the recruitment office, but they are simply not allowed to make an exception for him. I mean, they should be honored that he wants to take up arms with them against his own countrymen. They are probably saying "thank you" and also apologizing to him.

[@ascoop22]

@@syncmonism Everyone was quite nice and he never got angry. As long as you know that is how it happened.

[@erikpeterson25]

Yes

[@somerandomguy6028]

It's important to not make this war into a war between Ukranian and Russian people. But rather against the regime currently controlling Russia which claims to speak for Russian people.

[@ascoop22]

I think it's a little too late for that.

[@iqry11]

@@ascoop22 STOP RUSSOPHOBIA!

[@KNYD]

At some point the "just following orders" excuse isn't going to be enough. Many Germans were just following orders, and they feared prison sentences if they disobeyed. We all know where that led.

[@miketaylor5212]

@@KNYD for most of them death.

[@koriino]

@@ascoop22 better later than never

[@claredouglass6018]

Congratulations to the brave Russians standing against this invasion. 🇺🇦🙏

[@thebacheafghan]

It's not an invasion. It's special operation.

[@mimmiblu6138]

@@thebacheafghan I wonder what an invasion would look like according to you. I cannot imagine any scenarios worse than the current one. Or was it sarcasm?

[@mariuszpecht7652]

Clare did you read anything about history of Slavic nations?

[@inugumifujimiyachhololivee1588]

@@thebacheafghan это не спецоперация это было вторжение

[@inugumifujimiyachhololivee1588]

@@thebacheafghan если это был сарказм, то не смешно!!

[@royschmidt675]

Thank you for informing us of their plight. My heart goes out to them and I pray for safety and Ukrainian assistance. Peace & Love ❤️🙏

[@inugumifujimiyachhololivee1588]

СВОБОДНАЯ УКРАИНА СВОБОДНАЯ УКРАИНА СВОБОДНАЯ УКРАИНА!!!!

[@selwynrenard]

respect for these people

[@mihaelarosu9821]

Poor people, it s so hard for them!

[@tamilianboys6664]

humanity? mullivaikkal massacre- over 40,000 Tamilian killed in 2009 and what was the world was doing?

[@waso778]

@@tamilianboys6664 we don't care about muslim. These our white orthodox brothers

[@mollydooker9636]

The Russian people are also victims of this madness. This is Putin’s war not Russia’s.

[@user-qi6sj4lk5o]

подавляющее большинство одобряет его дела, муля

[@mariuszpecht7652]

What do you know about Slavic's history?

[@bigbahg]

@@user-qi6sj4lk5o статистика откуда? 🤡

[@momcilopucar8749]

Molly Dooker - You're a just another either Moron or TROLL!

[@OstblockLatina]

And that IS A LIE. Your brainwashed Z-audience and opportunists with stomachs instead of brains cheer for every act of russia's colonial aggression against other countries, calling the attacked slurs and demanding their extinguishing. Desperately trying to shout over the fact their land is a S-hole and over the lack of achievements in anything constructive EVER. They LOVE to humiliate others for their happiness and independence, looking helplessly as they progress while they're going NOWHERE. I'll tell you a secret: nobody likes them and their land and will not start liking it when you attack their land and people.

[@robertgrey6101]

Much respect to her for her stance to take up arms against the Russian invaders. Keep a smile on your face, girl !

[@nicknguyen77]

Hello from the US... absolutely- there is a difference between the true wishes of the people and the wishes/ ambitions of those in power who are willing to go to extreme measures to manipulate the general populous to their goals.... this is true in every nation to a large or smaller degree... don't give up your humanity by taking all "official" pronouncements and policies immediately to heart... listen but do your own fact checking before committing to a policy that can soak your hands in blood against your friends and neighbors....we all deserve better than to be manipulated and sacrificed for the ambition of the tyrannical few.

[@carlosalexanderly7733]

I totally agree !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Irene-gq4jr]

And put your money where your mouth is to support the people who are being bombed out of their homes/country and seeking refuge.

[@nicolasloiseau8971]

Praying for the people of Ukraine

[@carlosalexanderly7733]

should have more like and action hear on prayer .... shame .... people shame!!!!!!

[@nigelmansfield3011]

So sorry for these innocents

[@igorbukovy4313]

I hope that the dictatorship in Russia will fall. People deserves human rights, justice, freedom but of course they must respect the law. Without order there is a chaos but too much of everything do more harm than benefit. Too much of dictatorship but also too much of freedom is not good. It is important to have strong laws which applies to everyone to ensure the balance.

[@pawerobak6655]

Poland has been getting to know Russian politicians for above 80 years and knows them very well that's why "History teaches that a democracy without values easily turns into open or disguised totalitarianism" Pope John Paul II

[@mercs7849]

This comment is underrated.

[@hdlkm1145]

And whay is a democracy without values ?

[@santhisubramaniam6383]

Respect for these people 👏

[@danayneashorn4986]

I know that there's a lot of good Russian people just because what Putin's doing doesn't mean that all Russians agree with him I know they don't I see them protesting against him God bless the civilians in Russia God bless the ukrainians god somehow find a peacemaker

[@jaclumbai9736]

Respect, this is true hero fight for the country not about the racist issue just like Putin.

[@dilangunaratne2863]

Comedian destroying his country .he have to negotiate with putin before war starts

[@samwalton4598]

I feel for Russians living else where especially in Ukraine watching Putins army tear apart the country they call home. This is a terrible situation for all involved. Someone in Putins circle needs to take him out and soon!

[@ZhovtoBlakytniy]

If you value your motherland over your new adopted home, go back. If you value your new adopted home over where you fled, show respect to it and get assimilated. It's simple.

[@iqry11]

Ukrainians are Russians. STOP RUSSOPHOBIA

[@sweethomechicago]

@@iqry11 then leave them alone

[@liliyafaskhutdinova6532]

@@iqry11 Ukrainians ARE NOT Russians, and what is happening right now in our countries brings us even further away and shows who is who

[@Phatboy414]

The sadness in my heart 💜

[@tamilianboys6664]

humanity? mullivaikkal massacre- over 40,000 Tamilian killed in 2009 and what was the world was doing?

[@Phatboy414]

@@tamilianboys6664 Wow thats so sad to hear about too

[@screwbar5455]

At last France24 acknowledged existence of Russian community in Ukraine.

[@TheBongReyes]

I’m sure if the time comes, there will be plenty of weapons he’ll find to defend his adopted home. The fact that he understands the situation why he isn’t allowed to join the Ukrainian defense forces. Volunteering to make Molotov cocktails is just as important in the defense of Ukraine. Stretcher bearers. Helping medical personnel. Etc. There are enough ways to help with the war effort.

[@tomgreene7942]

Yes, if the AngloBritania-FrenchIrishMohawkSpanlishNorwegianMexicanApacheTexanIncanSwedishSeminoleAustrioHungarian Empire's army ever invades the USA, I would oppose them instead of my adopted homeland also. It would be understandable if the American army didn't accept me under those circumstances, and I would have to figure out a different way to help.

[@stanpetek]

I’m so sorry for guys i hope you guys well do well on the end bless you guys love from Australia and Slovenia

[@rr7firefly]

There are always people who give us hope for a better future, even in the current moment of darkness. People who have a soul know that they must stand up to the evil in this world. It is the only way to affirm the Divine against real evil.

[@bearsagainstevil]

its very hard for them pity they couldn't come west as refugees , they are innocent people

[@user-og4ny2is4o]

Humans sometimes should fight for justice. It is NOW. The world must help Ukraine more and more. We South Koreans sincerely support Ukrainian.

[@Irene-gq4jr]

Please let the world know what you are doing to show your support.

[@PureBadBreath]

This guy is top, heart and conscience is clear.

[@worldofcats9611]

We must all pray for Shalom/Peace/Strength/Endurance and Victory for the nation of Ukraine 🙏🇺🇦 We know they have plenty of Courage already 💪 🇺🇦 May God Bless them and keep them (Ukrainians and Russians civilians alike)

[@donquixote1502]

Andrey is a man of morals and honour. There should be companies open for Russians to join. 👏👏👏👍 good man Andrey ❤

[@lemokolyon]

Strange that they don't complain about military agression in Donbass, but against Russia. Oh... He wants to join Azov... ... .🤔🤔🤔

[@sollte1239]

Cannot they also flee to the EU. Germany is already considering giving Russian soldiers that laid down their wapons asylum.

[@mattn7007]

Undercover, underground forces...

[@djcoolfrank9497]

Women of Ukraine are united. It takes one Russian soldier to take care of 10 Ukrainian soldiers, but, it takes 10 soldiers to take care of one Ukrainian woman. Russian soldier, word of advice put sunflower seeds in your pocket, when you die at least there will be sunflowers growing. SLAVA UKRANIA>

[@themusers03]

This is vlads war. Not regular Russian people's.

[@emmajk7433]

I juat want to say to the Russian people that this is not your fault and I am sorry - this is not in your name. #SaveUkraine #NoWarPlease

[@bobjohnbowles]

For Russians in Ukraine who fear repatriation (including soldiers who have surrendered) it may be to the advantage of Ukraine to offer them asylum.

[@balventray]

We are all human beings , no matter where we live .

[@savethewolves5628]

It seems that small groups of Ukraine operatives could secretly move across the border into Russia on foot with a small number of Javelin Missiles and work their way towards some good targets. Once they were in range of the targets, dig a hole to bury the launch assembly, then fire the missiles and bury the launchers and all other gear except the civilian clothes they would wear afterwards.

[@mike_oe]

"My home too" I don't see that as a long term possibility.

[@heitzelalvarenga9063]

God Bless everyone in Ucrania prayers are with all of you 🙏🇺🇦🙏♥️🇺🇦♥️🇺🇦♥️♥️🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦♥️♥️🙏

[@believe-ey9yj]

Ukraine on fire 2016 is an excellent documentary to watch

[@AngryIlluminati]

I think they could serve in support roles. Assisting evacuees, medical, etc.

[@islahoweba4097]

Praying for your safety 🙏

[@putputhater7850]

😔😥😥 I 🙏 for 🇺🇦

[@antoninakhokhlova9965]

Maybe these guys were forced to say what they said.

[@fancyhat6505]

Good man, unfortunate he can't join the main army but understandable. Still doing his part

[@lololauri4652]

So sad 🌹God bless you guys ❤️

[@marilynhoward380]

It is just so sad💔

[@HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings]

Mind Begs the Question: If in a World X oppose occupation - Heroes Y oppose occupation - Terrorists World ruled by - Righteous,Evil?

[@miketaylor5212]

i know there are a lot of great russian people in ukraine but russia has inserted sabateurs among them that is why these people are treated this way its a sad but understandable situation.

[@honeybadger6313]

As people say this is Putins War not the Russian people’s.

[@zulphur]

Long live Ukraine !

[@maxgamboltv9940]

So sad we did not expect all these

[@lovepeace9780]

Pls. Pray the Rosary & Devine Mercy Chaplet for peace in all countries...pls pray for peace and joy on all families and home...

[@maysonbanal8547]

May the Holy Spirit and the Ultimate power of Angels descend and rescue Ukraine and it's people. Amen

[@vasik9719]

Ukrainians for peace!

[@Jaujau933]

Glory to Ukraine 💙💛💙💛❤

[@KittyKarenpoo]

There are millions, if not hundreds of millions or Russians who hate Putin and are now in dire danger, no matter where they live. It is up to all of us to know that this struggle is not against Russians, but against Putin, and his army. Compassion, wherever it can be employed, is what makes us better than Putin, so, like a light switch, we need to learn the skill.

[@thomasgoodwin2648]

Ukraine military is missing an opportunity here. Imagine the psychological impact that a volunteer Russian unit would have. Surely there is someone in the Ukrainian officer corps that speaks Russian as well and could act as liaison's for the command staff. Not to mention possible intel operations that utilize native speakers.

[@artists_lodge]

Respect!

[@clarabartha1737]

Thank you for this report. EVERYone is a victim of war - (unprovoked attack on a foreign nation).

[@qzorn4440]

Revolutionary hero John Paul Jones "I have not yet begun to Fight!" 🌻 Glory to Ukraine! Революційний герой Джон Пол Джонс "Я ще не почав битися!" 💖 Слава Україні!

[@laurentitolledo1838]

a "Russian Brigade" in the Ukrainian Territorial Defense.... now that scares the hell out of "Darth inVader" Putin....

[@ottoneiii4353]

i can't think how much broken is the identity of this people right now, it s sad

[@emmafuentesbaltazar8801]

Godbless to all Amen Diyos Ama

[@JG-mp5nb]

Perhaps the Russians can substitute 5K Ruble notes for beets in their Borscht! Ummm…. Tastes like sadness and despair!

[@JG-mp5nb]

@@lyubabryanska7577 We are just getting started.

[@terrenceshibata2983]

May God protect you fellow Russians, who made the smart move to leave Russia.

[@sonofthesun23]

Z, I advise you call for a cease for the sake of your people. And it doesn't matter if you would have to make compromises for the sake of your people. 2. Draw a better inclusion plan for Russian speaking Ukrainians. 3. Remain a neutral country(non-alignment). Withdraw your NATO membership application. Why? NATO will benefit from you more than you do from them. You can maintain friendship with Western countries,but not joining NATO. Finally peace will reign. People will return to rebuild their lives.

[@Renanaguilar]

This sad.

[@dusanlug]

What about the drone that fell on Zagreb?

[@vichy7661]

We are the world.

[@nancal2171]

Sad, caught between two worlds

[@irinayanova3379]

Nice that he mentioned Azov Nazi.

[@ToxicSkullFear]

🙏❤️🇺🇦

[@damianmckelvey3963]

Stuck in a kind of purgatory,those without proper papers.

[@311jbknight]

Nice reporting, thank you, from the US.

[@user-bq8id1qv1q]

are you a bot?

[@311jbknight]

@@user-bq8id1qv1q no, not a bot, just a tired old man with a bunch of life experience I still remember. Thanks for asking. I had to do a self bot check to be sure.

[@edwardhumphries8806]

Such a pity Ukraine could have been a bridge for Russia to the west ,yes maybe stating that they would remain neutral in hindsight but I'm not ukranian and ultimately its their choice, right to choose Russia has treated them poorly in the past this could have been the path for better relations in time survive Ukraine

[@geraldlevin5141]

Russia, go home!

[@OstblockLatina]

I don't think such elitary formations like Azov and also the free russian legions accept people without previous military experience, so he's got bad luck in this sense. It's good he's doing something to help regardless of that. Also it sucks for russian people who had been living in Ukraine for so long out of own free will and want to remain there, because russian state will not cooperate with them to provide paperwork needed to extend their visas. Once they would go to russia to even try to get it done, they'd be arrested and put on trial for supporting Ukraine.

[@lienbijs1205]

In case she is feeling bored she can clean her hallway and stairs. 😅

[@angieg2561]

What an ethnocentric place that your passport defines you rather than your actions

[@HisameArtwork]

With that beard I'm surprised Azov didn't chuck bacon at him, poor guy hope they will be ok in the end. If he can find them he could try the chechen ILTDU division but those are hardened veterans, I don't think they have time for noobs and probably aren't allowed to accept him anyway.

[@aerch1968]

The Putin’s worst mistake.

[@lpnlivelihood8685]

When will the war stop?

[@johncledd8063]

one way to spot bias news is to ask yourself : "why am I being told this narrative?"

[@heidikarinen563]

Yeah, Russians, especially Putin should tell the World why he has such an itch on his nuke button thumb. Sooo weird. Perhaps he has early Dementia from too much lead from all the training in the KGB shooting ranges. Bet they don't have modern ventilation. And what about the waterpipes and paints in Kremlin? It is kognitive abilities that suffer first. Always the same phenomena with government in Kreml. They start with some good ideas but then they just go nuts.

[@sonnydongle6523]

Like Mother 👋 beating the Son 🤕🤕

[@mujkocka]

They should have spoken out the crimea annexation. History lesson. But I feel for them

[@davidjames3080]

You think they didn't?

[@oo--7714]

@@davidjames3080 mostr of the russians wanted it, and the whole anexxation was peaceful

[@raghunathreddy93]

When son turning again mother , mother should have to to teach lesson

[@aureol40012]

I don’t get this feeling “torn” thing. I love Britain, but I wouldn’t for a second try and defend it when it does something unforgivable, like Brexit. I now refuse to buy anything with a Union Jack on it, and if there is a European alternative I will always buy that instead. My actions are meant to punish my country for what it has done. Surely everyone does that when their country behaves appallingly?

[@susanharrisdemorales3446]

You can never take away freedom of thought!! Brutal repression does not Work!!

[@djwhitezz]

again civilians got nothing to do with this madness, it is the politucians who should take up the arms and go fight for people, not other way arpund

[@w.s.2102]

You can run but you can’t hide

[@crajjgcorjan4119]

Let him join the army!!!

[@arfajob4246]

What a mess, stay safe.

[@peggyclio1199]

Bah, very weird.... He would even add to Azov? I think he needs a doctor...

[@volodymyrzelenskyj2617]

💙💛 GOD BLESS and PROTECT all Ukrainian HEROES ! 💙💛 Slava Ukraini 💙💛

[@gasket1966]

Putin the people of Ukraine dont live in Soviet times they are modern

[@lalad.6428]

Has anyone seen Anne-laure Bonne documentary? This is how Ukrainian- Russian speaker being treated by its Ukrainian government-discrimated. Very sad.

[@kaboom362]

Thanks to western hegemony. Just had to have that base..

[@altonriggs2352]

The devil is alive in Russia.

[@eunjoo2490]

Can't believe but devil exist not god

[@GeorgeKafantaris]

It is a mistake for NATO not to impose a no-fly zone over Ukraine. Not doing so is the safer course to take, but it is also the course that will loosen the bonds that hold Europe together. When NATO stands idle while neighboring cities are bombed to oblivion other countries start to wonder if they too would be left on their own at a time of need. This unease should evaporate when NATO asserts itself.