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Why 'Ruzzia' is circulating as a term for Russia
Original: Ruzzia
The word 'Ruzzia' is being used as a deliberately pejorative spelling of Russia, swapping the 's' for a 'z'. The spelling is commonly adopted by critics of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, invoking the letter 'Z' used as a pro-war symbol by Russian forces. The term has resurfaced in online discussion, particularly among European users critical of the Kremlin.
Why now: The spelling is widely used by critics of Russia's war in Ukraine and continues to spread in online political discussion.
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