Russian Propaganda and Provocative Stickers: Police Response in Estonia

“Such stickers have a provocative nature and aim to divide society and create tension. Russian propaganda uses these same messages and symbols to justify the war in Ukraine. Therefore, in a situation where Russia is waging a full-scale war against Ukraine, posting such stickers is a sign of support for the aggressor state “, the police said.

The police noted that in Estonia every person has the right to speak about his nationality, but regardless of nationality, the same laws apply to everyone.

“However, in the context of war and knowing the background of these slogans, people need to understand that by sticking this phrase on their car windows, they are provoking other people.”

“The police respond seriously to any kind of incitement to hatred and support for aggression. Our goal is to prevent conflict, violence and other crimes. If a person is spreading provocative and Russian propaganda messages, law and order allows us to intervene and ask them to remove them to prevent danger,” according to the Yehvi Police Department.

2023-11-15 20:38:43
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