The article from Naftemporiki addresses the deep-rooted paranoia in Russia towards the 'Anglo-Saxons,' which has recently gained renewed attention due to its frequent invocation by Russian ultranationalists supporting the invasion. These Z-patriots misunderstand the historical context of the British Empire, perceiving it as a perpetual gang opposing everything deemed 'good' that Russians have accomplished. This narrative has been largely driven by Russian propaganda that portrays the UK as weak and in decline, yet under the purported control of the United States and global financial systems.

Moreover, the article notes that these anti-Western narratives have been adopted by Putin himself. However, the tides appear to be turning, as this once-unifying ideology now threatens to fragment the very support for his regime. The article highlights how the conspiracy theories rooted in historical anti-Semitic and anti-Masonic sentiments are resurfacing, further complicating the political landscape in Russia.

The implications of this shift in rhetoric indicate a potential crisis for Putin, as internal dissent may be fueled by the very narratives he has propagated. The article emphasizes the unpredictable nature of political allegiance in Russia, suggesting that the narratives created to unify might now serve as a source of division, posing new threats to Putin's power.