Global Protests Against Russian Invasion Intensify

Protests against the Russian invasion of Ukraine have occurred in various global cities, including Rome, Lisbon, Chicago, and Berlin. In Rome and Lisbon, demonstrators, primarily from the Ukrainian community, called for an end to the invasion as the conflict approaches its 1,000th day. Chicago witnessed protests following a Russian drone attack on Ukraine, with marchers demanding justice for Putin and the withdrawal of Russian troops. The Berlin protest was led by Russian opposition figures such as Yulia Navalnaya, Ilya Yashin, and Vladimir Kara-Murza, who called for democracy in Russia and an end to the war. These global protests underscore the persistent international and internal opposition to the war, reflecting challenges within the Russian opposition to unify. The demonstrations also coincide with increased tensions following a prisoner swap that freed prominent dissidents, aiming to reinvigorate the anti-war movement.