Russians and Ukrainians hold starkly different opinions of Soviet dictator Josef Stalin as a leader, according to surveys conducted in the two ex-Soviet countries that were published June 23.
The Moscow Times: Poll says Russians, Ukrainians split on views of Stalin
Mugs decorated with images of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Soviet leader Joseph Stalin are seen on sale among other items at a gift shop in Moscow on March 11, 2020. - Supporters celebrated and critics called for protests on March 11 as the prospect sunk in of Russian President Vladimir Putin staying in power until 2036. Lawmakers in the lower house State Duma voted on March 11 to give final approval to a package of constitutional amendments introduced by Putin -- including a last-minute addition to "reset" his presidential terms. (Photo by Dimitar DILKOFF / AFP)
