Mariupol's Silent Protest: Rebuilding for Russians, Not Ukrainians

Mariupol: Three Years of Occupation, A City Divided. Mariupol, Ukraine, continues to bear the scars of three years under Russian occupation. The city's infrastructure lies in ruins, with 90% of buildings destroyed, according to the video. 'They've practically erased the city and its people,' says one interviewee. The video contrasts this devastation with the construction of new housing for Russian citizens, creating a stark visual representation of the conflict's consequences. 'They're rebuilding Mariupol for Russians, not for the people of Mariupol,' says Petro Androshenko, head of the Center for Studying the Occupation. The video also includes interviews with residents who have lost their homes and are protesting silently in the streets. One woman states, 'They didn't offer us anything. They just threw us out.' The video serves as a powerful testament to the enduring human cost of the war and the ongoing struggle for Mariupol's future. The rebuilding efforts, focused on housing for Russian citizens, raise questions about the long-term prospects for the city and its original inhabitants. The silent protest of displaced residents is a poignant symbol of their resilience and their hope for a return to a peaceful life.