**Dutch University to Screen Controversial Russian Documentary**
A Dutch university has decided to screen a documentary that some people consider as pro-Russian propaganda. The film, “Russians at War”, is about the conflict in Ukraine and its director has been accused of trying to hide the truth.
The screening will take place on March 26th at Leiden University in the Hague. It will be followed by a discussion with the film’s director, Anastasia Trofimova, and some university staff members.
**Ukraine Objects**
Ukraine’s Embassy in the Netherlands has called for the screening to be canceled. They say that the film “whitewashes” Russian soldiers involved in the conflict and tries to make them look innocent.
The Security Service of Ukraine is also investigating Trofimova on charges of justifying Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and breaking international law by filming in occupied territories.
**Student Protests**
Some student groups at Leiden University have expressed their outrage at the screening. They say that the film “misrepresents” the reality of Russia’s war against Ukraine and tries to silence Ukrainian voices.
One student group, ABBA, has organized a protest against the film’s screening in front of the university building. They are also hosting a combat casualty care workshop featuring a Ukrainian combat medic at the same time as the screening.
**Leiden University Stands By Its Decision**
The university has refused to cancel the event, saying that it is committed to open and critical debate. They say that they will provide a “critical context” for the film, allowing people to discuss and criticize it.
However, ABBA says that this is not enough. They point out that the university is ignoring the fact that the film was made in occupied Ukrainian territories without permission, which is against international law.