Since February 24, the whole world has been closely following the developments in the Russia-Ukraine war. While the dose of conflicts increases from time to time in the war, which also affects global dynamics and the economy, Putin signals that Ukraine can sit on the table if it accepts the “realities on the ground”, while Zelenskiy repeats his calls for support, especially in defense. Zelenskiy’s call was finally met with claims that the USA would send a Patriot air defense system. However, if the system in question is sent to Ukraine, things may heat up in the war. Because Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitriy Peskov made a statement that would heat up the situation. On the other hand, Zelenskiy asked the European Parliament (EP) to support Russia’s efforts to establish a special court for war crimes.
“UKRAINE IS OUR LEGAL TARGET”
There was a reaction from Russia to the news in the US media that the decision to send the Patroit air defense system to Ukraine has come to an end.
Kremlin Spokesman Dmitriy Peskov answered the question of journalists in the capital Moscow whether they agreed with the opinion of the Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, Dmitriy Medvedev, that if the US sends the Patroit air defense system to Ukraine, they will be the legitimate targets of the Russian Armed Forces.
Peskov said, “Absolutely. However, it would not be right to comment on this issue. Because these are news in the press. Today’s media is not reliable. Therefore, we will wait and see for official statements.”
WILL THESE LANDS JOIN RUSSIA? “OUR SOLDIERS FOCUSED ON THIS”
Answering a question about whether Ukraine’s Chernihiv and Odessa regions will join Russia, Peskov said, “It depends on the people’s choice and decision. The primary goal is the protection of the Donbas people. There is a difficult situation in Donetsk and our soldiers are focused on it.” he said.
PUTIN TO MEET WITH THE LEADERS OF THE REGIONS ANNEXED FROM UKRAINE
Confirming the media reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting with the regional leaders appointed by Russia before the end of the year regarding the latest situation in the regions annexed by Russia from Ukraine, Peskov said, “Yes. Such a meeting is planned.” . Peskov stated that the meeting date has been determined, but it will be announced later.
“PUTIN, ALIYEV AND PASHINYAN CAN GET TOGETHER”
Russia’s St. Stating that efforts are underway to hold a meeting where Putin, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will meet at the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Leaders Summit planned to be held in St. “You know that he will hold a meeting. No specific agreement has been reached on this issue so far,” he said.
SPECIAL COURT FOR WAR CRIMES FROM ZELENSKY
The Sakharov Award ceremony was held at the EP General Assembly session held in Strasbourg, France. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who connected to the ceremony by videoconference, emphasized that the Russian army was advancing “by destroying cities, by collecting everything that comes in its way, by burning it with missiles, bombs, unmanned aerial vehicles, mines, ammunition”.
Zelenskiy thanked the International Criminal Court (ICC) for its close cooperation with Ukrainian prosecutors and its work to bring justice to war crimes, and asked for support in the efforts to establish a special court to investigate Russia’s crimes in Ukraine.
“It is essential to make this a reality as soon as possible,” Zelenskiy said. He stressed that such a special court would be the most effective method to stop war crimes.
Stating that the EP will recognize the “Holodomor” incident as a genocide against the Ukrainian people tomorrow, Zelenskiy said, “I want you to support this decision with the maximum majority of votes to establish justice. Europe has made the best possible statement that there will be no gap in the history of tragedies on our continent and crimes against humanity committed on our lands. It should give a strong signal.” he said.
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