Russian influencer Victoria Bonya, residing in Monaco, has issued a direct appeal to President Vladimir Putin, stating that “people are afraid, bloggers are afraid, artists are afraid, governors are afraid of you.” Bonya, who identifies as a supporter of Putin’s leadership, voiced a series of concerns regarding the current situation within Russia in a post on her Instagram profile. The influencer highlighted several issues, including what she describes as a delayed response to the devastating floods in Dagestan. She also raised concerns about alleged instances of excessive force utilized by the government in recent cattle killings in Siberia.
Furthermore, Bonya expressed worry over increasingly restrictive measures imposed on online social networks. According to CNN, Bonya contends that these restrictions impede communication between individuals and their families. She stated that the situation feels akin to a nation no longer operating under the principles of a free country.
Bonya’s comments come as the influencer continues to maintain a public profile, attracting attention and generating discussion within Russia. The post underscores a growing sentiment of apprehension among various segments of the population, including bloggers and artists, regarding the direction of the country under Putin’s leadership.
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“It’s unsettling to hear a former supporter express such palpable fear regarding the President’s influence.”