A leader of a once obscure right wing group is now at the center of a geopolitical standoff between Russia and the United States David Mdzinarishvili/Reuters
Dmitry Yarosh, The Man Who Claims Victory In The Ukrainian Revolution, Speaks -- Anna Nemtsova, Newsweek
Newsweek spoke with Dmirtry Yarosh, 42, a leader of the once obscure right wing group that is now at the center of a geopolitical standoff between Russia and the United States
Q: Is it true that you have been training Right Sector forces for over 20 years?
A: I was training paramilitary troops for almost 25 years. Although we just came out of the revolution, my guys are continuing military training all across Ukraine, ready to cleanse the country of the occupiers.
Q: How many are you?
A: I cannot give you the exact number, as our structure and divisions are constantly growing all over Ukraine, but over 10,000 people for sure. We have certain preconditions for our recruits: patriotism and other criteria for proper behavior.
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My Comment: This is the ugly (and real) part of the "Ukrainian revolution". They are poised to play a major role in the next government.
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