You are correct - it's a wonderful place with a fascinating history. Which makes what is currently happening to it all the sadder.
You're also right to suggest I have no tolerance for right-wing regimes that oppress and bully the innocent.
So, overall, we're probably in agreement.
For many of them, the events of history are superceded by a loathing of people who are not Russian, straight and male. Repulsive country. I'd rather see the World Cup in a country that shows at least a smidgeon of tolerance.