THE RUSSIA CONNECTION
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When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, European radical right parties that had previously enjoyed cordial relations with Putin’s regime faced an awkward predicament. Some had accepted loans from Russian banks, while others had made official visits to Moscow or publicly praised Putin’s leadership style. Marine Le Pen, for instance, was forced to withdraw electoral leaflets featuring her alongside Putin as French public opinion rapidly turned against Russia.
