![“Flower protest” memorials protesting Moscow’s war in Ukraine are spreading across Russia. Above, placard in Perm reads, “Peace to Ukraine, freedom for Russia,” “No to war,” “This is happening, do not close your eyes.” It ends saying, “The people are the power.”](https://themilitant.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/FlowerProtest_8707.jpg)
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‘Flower protests’ against Putin’s war spread in Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin is amassing forces in preparation for a deadly spring offensive in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine. The Ukrainian military, backed by volunteers, is preparing to repulse Moscow’s attacks and launch a counter-offensive. Putin claims his…