Russia’s deputy foreign minister, Sergei Ryabkov, has recently made a bold statement regarding the root cause of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. In a press conference on Thursday, Ryabkov suggested that the United States and Ukraine’s actions and “fantasies” are to blame for the crisis, rather than Russia’s own involvement.
According to Russian state news agency TASS, Ryabkov stated that the US’s policy of supporting Ukraine’s “destructive and far-reaching plans and fantasies” has led to an “acute crisis” that poses a high risk of escalating into a full-scale conflict between Russia and the West.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine began in February 2022 when Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine, claiming that the Ukrainian government was being run by “neo-Nazis.” However, this claim was quickly dismissed by Ukraine, who saw it as a blatant land grab by Russia. Since then, Ukraine has been fighting to expel Russian forces from their territory.
In the face of this ongoing conflict, the US has been supporting Ukraine in their self-defense efforts by providing weapons and financial aid. However, the US has refused to allow Ukraine to use Western-supplied missiles to attack Russian territory, out of fear that it would escalate the regional conflict into a global war.
Last month, the Pentagon stated that no single capability could change the outcome of the war, but they have not officially ruled out changing the restrictions on the use of long-range missiles. Ryabkov, however, believes that these words are not enough to ease Russia’s concerns about the situation.
“We need not just signals, but concrete evidence that there is an understanding of the futility of unconditional support for the Ukrainian government and the dangers that come with maintaining this policy,” Ryabkov said.
It has been over two years since Russia began bombarding Ukraine, and the conflict shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently made a bold prediction that the war could end as soon as 2025, with continued support from their allies.
These recent developments have brought attention to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and the role that Russia plays in it. The conflict has been a source of tension between Russia and the West, with both sides accusing each other of fueling the violence.
However, Ryabkov’s statement has raised concerns that Russia is not taking responsibility for its actions in Ukraine. Instead, they are shifting the blame onto the US and Ukraine, painting themselves as the victims in this situation.
Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to face the devastating consequences of the war, with thousands of lives lost and countless families displaced. Zelenskyy’s prediction of a potential end to the war in 2025 offers a glimmer of hope, but only if their allies continue to support them in their fight against Russian aggression.
On top of this, Putin’s recent pact with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has raised speculation that North Koreans may also be involved in the conflict in Ukraine, further complicating the already dire situation.
As Putin celebrated his 72nd birthday last week, Ukraine delivered an “unprecedented” present by launching a series of attacks on Russian-backed forces. This serves as a powerful reminder that the conflict in Ukraine is far from over and that the country is willing to fight for its sovereignty and security.
In conclusion, while Russia’s deputy foreign minister may continue to blame the US and Ukraine for the ongoing crisis, it is clear that their actions and aggression are the root cause of the conflict. The international community must continue to support Ukraine and hold Russia accountable for its actions. Only then will there be a chance for peace in this war-torn region.
