Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Medvedev threatens severe consequences over NATO troops in Ukraine


(MENAFN) Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, warned that Moscow will not tolerate the presence of European or NATO troops in Ukraine, accusing European leaders of seeking a broader conflict and promising severe consequences if such plans move forward.

Medvedev criticized discussions about potentially deploying Western forces to Ukraine, saying, "The ruling European dimwits want a war in Europe after all. It’s been said a thousand times: Russia won’t accept any European or NATO troops in Ukraine, but no, Micron keeps peddling this pathetic bullshit." He added, "Well, come on then. This is what you’ll get," while sharing footage of a strike in western Ukraine using the Oreshnik system.

His comments follow talks by French President Emmanuel Macron and other European leaders about forming a "Coalition of the Willing" to deploy troops for security guarantees after any potential ceasefire. France and the UK recently signed a declaration of intent to send forces to Ukraine in case of a peace deal, aiming to ensure stability.

Moscow has repeatedly stated that any foreign military presence in Ukraine would be treated as a direct threat and a legitimate target.

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