Kremlin warns Europe: Sanctions risk escalating tensions
The Kremlin has accused European countries of making confrontational and contradictory statements that complicate renewing relations with Russia. Earlier, leaders of key European Union countries and the United Kingdom threatened Russia with "massive sanctions" if it did not agree to a 30-day ceasefire on the Ukrainian front.
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The Kremlin responds to Europe: Threats from Peskov
The Kremlin's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, criticized European countries on Saturday for their "contradictory" and "confrontational" statements. As reported by the Interfax agency and cited by Reuters, Peskov emphasized that such a stance does not favor the renewal of relations with Russia.
Peskov noted that Russia is too large a country to be easily isolated. "It is very difficult to isolate a country like Russia, as it constitutes a significant part of the world," said the Kremlin spokesperson. He added that Russia is effectively developing relations with many countries around the world in various areas of cooperation.
Reaction to European sanctions
Peskov's statement came in the context of European leaders supporting the American plan for a 30-day ceasefire. European leaders threatened Russia with "massive" sanctions if it did not agree to this plan.
Coalition of the willing wants peace in Ukraine
The so-called coalition of the willing is an international initiative aimed at supporting Ukraine in the conflict with Russia. It includes more than 30 countries that are jointly working towards developing a peace plan. The coalition allows actions outside the formal structure of NATO, thereby avoiding potential vetoes from countries reluctant to engage in military actions.
During meetings in London and Paris, coalition participants emphasized international unity and support for Ukraine. Despite the lack of unanimity on sending international forces, allies agreed to further financial and military support for Kyiv. The EU plans to provide Ukraine with ammunition and a loan worth $19 billion.
Russia has repeatedly rejected the idea of NATO countries' soldiers being stationed in Ukraine. However, as coalition leaders point out, international unity and the clear stance of partners leave Russia with no room to manipulate negotiations. Consultations will continue to achieve a just peace for Ukraine.
