St. George's Ribbon: Banned Symbolism

The St. George Ribbon is a two-colored symbol (black and yellow stripes) historically used in the system of state awards of the Russian Empire. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, this symbol became associated with Russian patriotism and aggressive politics, particularly during military conflicts. In Ukraine, wearing or displaying the St. George Ribbon is prohibited by law as a symbol that promotes Russian militarism and threatens national security. The topic covers news about the detention of persons with this symbol and discussions of its legal status.