This article delves into the author's personal insights gained through travels in Ukraine and engagement with its literature, films, and music, stressing the importance of understanding Ukraine's narrative over the past three centuries. The author specifically points out the emergence and dominance of a destructive force labeled as 'russko', now deliberately written with a lowercase 'r' to signify its tarnished nature under the influence of what is described as a brutal, genocidal regime linked to Putin's Russia.

The narrative highlights the repercussions of Russian aggression on Ukraine, depicting it not just as a national conflict but as an ideological and cultural war that seeks to erase Ukraine's identity, language, culture, and sovereignty. The author condemns the Russian government for instigating violence that stems from propaganda and manipulation aimed at even the youngest citizens, evolving into armed conflict through military logistics involving drone strikes and weapons sourced from authoritarian allies like Iran, North Korea, and China.

Furthermore, the author critiques the broader international alliances formed by Russia with other oppressive regimes, emphasizing the tragic irony of foreign recruits from impoverished nations being deceived with false promises and subsequently thrust into dire conflict situations without adequate support. This reflection brings forth a call to recognize the ongoing struggle for freedom and identity in Ukraine, against a backdrop of an expanding global threat posed by authoritarianism and militaristic aggression.