Torontonians of Russian descent are watching the invasion of Ukraine with growing concern — not only for family and friends near the conflict zone, but also for what the military campaign will mean for the reputations of Russians abroad.
Early Thursday, Russia launched a widespread attack on neighbouring Ukraine following a declaration by President Vladimir Putin that he was ordering a “special military operation.” An estimated 100,000 people fled as explosions and gunfire rocked major cities. Dozens have been reported killed.
In addition to an array of economic sanctions announced against Russia by the U.S., Canada and other nations, the invasion has provoked condemnation and
