MOSCOW: The Russian Foreign Ministry has pointed the finger at the United States, stating that they are primarily responsible for an explosion that resulted in the death of one person and the injury of pro-Kremlin writer Zakhar Prilepin.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the foreign ministry attributed the blame for this terrorist act, as well as others, not only to Ukraine but also to its Western backers, particularly the United States.
The ministry expressed its dissatisfaction with the lack of condemnation from Washington following the latest terrorist incident, deeming it self-revealing.
The ministry further criticized the silence of relevant international organizations, considering it unacceptable given the gravity of the situation.
According to the Russian foreign ministry, the attack on Zakhar Prilepin, a staunch supporter of the Ukrainian offensive, represents another instance of Kyiv’s systematic approach to eliminating ideological opponents. The ministry alleged that such methods had been actively implanted in Ukraine since 2014 with the help of Washington’s efforts.
Moscow perceives the 2014 pro-European Union Maidan revolution in Ukraine as a Western-backed coup aimed at undermining Russia’s influence in what it considers its sphere of control.
This perspective has shaped Russia’s position on the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine and its support for pro-Russian separatists in the region.
Tense relationship between Russia and United States
The accusations made by Russia against the United States further strain the already tense relationship between the two countries. The blame game surrounding the attack on Zakhar Prilepin adds fuel to the ongoing narrative of geopolitical rivalries and power struggles in the region.
It remains to be seen how the United States will respond to these accusations from Russia, particularly regarding their alleged involvement in the attack on the pro-Kremlin writer.
The incident underscores the complex and multifaceted dynamics at play in the region, highlighting the deep-seated tensions between Russia and the West.
