The white “Z”-as that appear drawn on Russian military tanks and trucks are marks that are often used to identify vehicles of the same side or to know which position they are heading for. However, now they have become a symbol for supporters of the invasion of Ukraine.
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They began to be seen painted on the first Russian convoys that invaded Ukraine. The letters “Z” and “V” were understood as markings to identify military vehicles, and even the Ukrainian government shared their interpretation of the signs. Now this white “Z” has become the symbol of supporters of Vladimir Putin.
It can be seen in pro-war rallies, on the Russian rocket launch pad, and even in commercial products.
Maria Butina.
the russian deputy Maria Butina He has shared on his social networks an image in which he wears a shirt with the white “Z”, which the Russia Today chain sells.
the gymnast Ivan Kouliak He has been filed after showing his support for the war by climbing to the podium with the “Z” symbol on his chest, while Ukrainian gymnast Kovtun Illia, who took the gold medal, was by his side.
Ivan Kuliak.
The Russian Ministry of Defense, which has become one of the main promoters of this symbology, has explained that the “Z” is an abbreviation of the Russian phrase “for the victory” and that the “V” stands for “the power of truth”.
In addition, in the messages they spread through social networks they highlight the “Z” in words like “demilitariZation” and “denaZification”which are precisely the arguments used by Putin to justify the invasion.
Source: Eitb
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