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Controversial Visit to Russian Embassy

A professor at the Universidad San Pablo CEU in Madrid, known for his pro-Kremlin stance on the Ukraine war, led his Geopolitics, Security, and Defense master's students to the Russian embassy. He justified this visit as a quest for truth beyond what he considers biased Western media.

Pro-Putin Professor's Views

The professor, Antonio Alonso, has a history of expressing pro-Putin views on YouTube, even suggesting that a global war has been averted due to Putin's restraint. He has further made controversial statements about the war in Ukraine.

• Claiming that Ukraine invited civilians to a military act to stage an attack.
• Accusing Western media of manipulating the narrative to turn public opinion against Putin.
• Repeating Russian propaganda terminology like “intra-Ukrainian conflict” and “special military operation.”

Criticism and Response

The visit provoked strong criticism from other academics, particularly after a deadly Russian missile attack on Sumi. Alonso's justification for the visit focused on seeking different perspectives and engaging in open dialogue, comparing his actions to Pope Francis’ visit to the Russian embassy in the Vatican.

CEU's Response

The CEU (Universidad San Pablo CEU) stated they were unaware of the visit but didn't disapprove of it, considering it similar to visits to other embassies. They emphasized the importance of providing students with tools to form their own opinions. The institution is linked to the Association Católica de Propagandistas (ACdP), a group with increasing political influence.