15 Debunked Lies About the War in Ukraine

TLDRThe war in Ukraine has been subject to numerous false narratives. Here are 15 debunked lies that you should know.

Key insights

🛡️Donbass should belong to Russia is a false claim.

👥The Ukrainian people in Donbass identify as Ukrainians, not Russians.

Ukraine is not run by Nazis.

💰Ukraine is not the most corrupt country in the world.

🏛️Ukraine is not an authoritarian dictatorship.

Q&A

Is Russia defending itself in the war?

No, Russia started the war by invading Ukraine.

Is NATO expanding by invading European countries?

No, NATO expansion happens through countries willingly applying for membership.

Are both America and Russia equally harmful to Ukraine?

No, Russia is the one bombing Ukraine and seizing its land.

Is Ukraine conducting a genocide against ethnic Russians?

No, this is a false claim. The casualties in the war include both soldiers and civilians from both sides.

Is Ukraine controlled by Nazis?

No, the ruling party in Ukraine is liberal, and the far-right party only holds one seat in the Ukrainian Parliament.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The video debunks 15 common lies about the war in Ukraine.

00:09Donbass should belong to Russia is a false claim.

00:25Ukraine is not run by Nazis, and the ruling party is liberal.

01:06Ukraine is not the most corrupt country in the world.

01:35Ukraine is not an authoritarian dictatorship.

02:00The war in Ukraine started with a revolution in 2014, not an illegal coup.

02:35The West's support for Ukraine's military helps it defend against Russian aggression.

03:32Russia's invasion and actions in Ukraine are examples of imperialism.