Culture in times of war: The stumbling block: What will become of the Russian House?
Harmless cultural center or espionage nest? Germany must decide how to deal with the Russian House in Berlin. The clock is ticking to exit an agreement with Moscow.
The Russian House, a cultural institute located in the heart of Berlin, has become a contentious issue in Germany and Berlin due to Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine. The institute, operated by the Russian state agency Rossotrudnitschestwo, has been accused of serving as a front for Russian intelligence and propaganda efforts. The French interior ministry has alleged that the institute is used by Russian secret services as a cover, while German authorities have remained cautious in their assessment.
The institute's activities have sparked calls for its closure, with some arguing that it promotes a pro-Moscow worldview and undermines German interests.
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