Occupiers in Temporarily Occupied Territories of Donetsk Aim to Develop 'Military-Historical Tourism'

The occupying authorities in the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk have unveiled their plans to promote 'military-historical tourism'. This information was disclosed by the Center for Counteracting Disinformation under the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, which published the announcement on Telegram and shared it with the Ukrinform news agency.

According to the information received, the occupiers intend to create tourist routes that will pass through 'places of military glory', monuments, and other locations associated with the war. This decision has sparked serious concern among experts who believe that such initiatives aim not only to attract tourists but also to propagate the Russian narrative regarding the war.

The Center for Counteracting Disinformation emphasizes that these 'tourist' projects will be utilized as a tool to impose the Russian version of events on the public, romanticizing war and justifying armed aggression against Ukraine. The focus will be on the 'heroism' and 'glory' of Russian soldiers, while the real consequences of the war for local residents, such as deaths, destruction, and devastation, will be silenced or attributed to Ukraine.

'The development of 'military-historical tourism' is also an attempt to monetize the war, turning destroyed cities into a resource for profit and ideological influence. In this way, war becomes the only 'product' that Russia can offer in the occupied territories, both for local residents and for external propaganda,' the Center for Counteracting Disinformation noted.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy by the occupiers, who are trying to legitimize their presence in the occupied territories and create an illusion of stability. At the same time, such actions may provoke even greater tension among the population, which is suffering from the consequences of the war, and complicate the humanitarian situation in the region.

Furthermore, as previously reported by Ukrinform, the occupying authorities in Donetsk also plan to address the water crisis by using mine water for the water supply of the population. These actions indicate that the Russian occupiers are seeking various ways to control the local population and the remaining resources.

Thus, the development of 'military-historical tourism' is not only an attempt to attract tourists but also part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at maintaining Russian influence in the occupied territories. Experts urge caution and critical perception of information coming from these regions, as propaganda can have serious consequences for public consciousness and Ukraine's national security.