Russian MP compares English words to ‘illegal immigrants’

Lawmaker Sergey Yeremin says foreign words threaten cultural heritage

Russian MP Sergey Yeremin has criticized the growing use of English words in the Russian language, and called for stricter regulations to preserve the nation’s cultural identity.

In a Telegram post on Monday, Yeremin expressed strong support for a proposed law to limit the use of foreign words in public spaces. “I am fully in favor. This [English and American] chaff...