Irina was attacked in Artyom, Russia, by a man claiming to be a veteran of the military operation in Ukraine. This incident highlights a troubling trend of violence by soldiers returning from the war, many of whom have criminal backgrounds. Reports indicate a significant increase in crime rates in Russia, with a sense of impunity among veterans. Sociologists warn that violence is becoming normalized in society, exacerbated by the militarization and romanticization of war. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)