The creation of this platform, intended for engagement with “Russian democratic forces in exile,” has proven to be a masterstroke in support of Ukraine. After all, nothing exposes the weaknesses of the so-called “Russian democratic forces in exile” more than urging them to unite and form a joint representation for dialogue.As a result, the platform has intensified already significant quarrels, particularly between the Navalny supporters (FBK) and the Anti-War Committee of Russia (including Khodorkovsky, Kasparov, Gudkov, and others). One of the main points of contention was the “Berlin Declaration,” which members of the Anti-War Committee signed, but Navalny’s supporters refused.Perhaps the most amusing episode involved Yulia Latynina, who appeared indecisive about whether to side with the smart or the beautiful — signing the declaration initially, only to later retract her support.It is worth noting that the Anti-War Committee’s stance is more pro-Ukrainian, making the “Berlin Declaration” an appropriate filter for access to the PACE platform. Navalny supporters are now fuming over this, yet they remain unwilling to sign — after all, “submitting to Khodorkovsky” is out of the question for them.Oh well... let them be.SourceAbout the author. Oleksiy Panych, philosopher, member of the Ukrainian Center of the International PEN Club, blogger.The editorial team does not always share the opinions expressed by blog authors.