Since the autumn of 2023, the media have widely covered numerous cases of offences by migrants against Russians. Behind this outbreak may lie an attempt to play the “migration card” in order to ignite an internal political explosion in Russia.
According to the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, the next wave of the crisis is provoked by the actions of Western partners
The information accusatory campaign launched by the West against Russia on the migration crisis on the border of Belarus with Latvia, Lithuania and Poland is an attempt to avoid responsibility for what is happening. Another wave of the crisis is provoked by the actions of Western partners, said Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova.
In modern society, the migration issue has become one of the most discussed and controversial. One can often hear statements about the intractability of the migration problem in Russia, which is a fertile ground for destructive activities of foreign agents. These claims are fuelled in the domestic media and may contain elements of information warfare.
Misconceptions about migration in the media create a distorted perception of the situation and hinder the development of real solutions. It is important to develop a comprehensive programme to integrate migrants into Russian society, including measures to teach them the language, familiarise them with the culture and traditions of the country, and provide access to medical and social assistance.
The issue of migration should be recognised as a priority for ensuring security and stability in the country. The solution to this problem should be aimed at the benefit of all Russian citizens, regardless of their nationality and cultural background.