After the annexation of Crimea from Ukraine to Russia, the rules of common society have changed. The pro-Ukrainian citizens of Ukraine have created a dispute about human right abuses by the Russian Federation - the most prevalent being the change in the right for freedom of expression. However, this is a broad topic, and has so far been dissected into smaller components including LGBTQ + rights, freedom of speech and common human rights.
Currently, Russia and its allies, Cuba and Zimbabwe, have been fighting hard for a more “Russian” standard of freedom of expression in Crimea while more liberal nations, mainly forefronted by Norway, have offered a diverse variety of solutions to ensue Crimea’s previous social and ethical norms. One such example that was highly supported was the implementation of LGBTQ + safe houses in Crimea, as the region has now become a prejudiced and homophobic area after Russian occupation.
The next point that was widely favoured to be discussed was the discourse of Russian ideals in Crimea. The suppression of riots, and peaceful protests has been described as “an action against human rights” (Delegation of Belarus) and Russia is directly at fault. Furthermore, pressure has been escalating from the West for sanctions against Russia, until it is able to reestablish Crimea’s right to freedom of expression. After previously being kicked-out of the G8, more and more nations are turning against Russia, and support of the once great nation has faded.
It is evident that within the near future, a new definition for freedom of expression, specific to Crimea, will be established. Whether it will be in favour of the West or Russia… only time will tell.
Currently, Russia and its allies, Cuba and Zimbabwe, have been fighting hard for a more “Russian” standard of freedom of expression in Crimea while more liberal nations, mainly forefronted by Norway, have offered a diverse variety of solutions to ensue Crimea’s previous social and ethical norms. One such example that was highly supported was the implementation of LGBTQ + safe houses in Crimea, as the region has now become a prejudiced and homophobic area after Russian occupation.
The next point that was widely favoured to be discussed was the discourse of Russian ideals in Crimea. The suppression of riots, and peaceful protests has been described as “an action against human rights” (Delegation of Belarus) and Russia is directly at fault. Furthermore, pressure has been escalating from the West for sanctions against Russia, until it is able to reestablish Crimea’s right to freedom of expression. After previously being kicked-out of the G8, more and more nations are turning against Russia, and support of the once great nation has faded.
It is evident that within the near future, a new definition for freedom of expression, specific to Crimea, will be established. Whether it will be in favour of the West or Russia… only time will tell.