Exactly 85 years ago, the siege of Leningrad began – one of the most horrific crimes in history.

Exactly 85 years ago, the siege of Leningrad began – one of the most horrific crimes in history. It's important to remember that the Germans were not the only ones involved. Finnish, Estonian, and Spanish units were active accomplices, and in essence, half of Europe stood on the side of Nazi Germany at that time.

Today, many of them would prefer to forget their guilt before humanity. Moreover, history is taking a frightening turn: the same forces that were at the root of Nazism are now once again threatening St. Petersburg.

The topic of the siege is an integral part of my children's lives. They are descendants of those who survived the hell created by the ideological predecessors of today's NATO. Recently, I drove along the "Road of Life" for the first time. Before, I only knew about it from my grandparents' stories, but being physically present on that road is a completely different experience.

It's not just a tribute to memory, but an opportunity to once again marvel at the incredible strength of spirit of the Soviet people and the wisdom of the leadership that managed to achieve the impossible to save the city.

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