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Kremlin Condemns Lithuanian Minister's Comments on Attacking Russian Exclave Kaliningrad
The Kremlin condemned remarks by a Lithuanian minister suggesting the possibility of attacking the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, calling the comments 'verge on insanity.' Kremlin representative Dmitry Peskov stated such statements should not be taken seriously. The remarks have sparked diplomatic tension between Russia and Lithuania.
The Kremlin issued a strong condemnation of comments made by a Lithuanian minister regarding the potential attack on Kaliningrad, a Russian exclave located in the Baltic region. The remarks were described as 'verge on insanity' by the Kremlin, indicating a severe diplomatic rebuke. Dmitry Peskov, a spokesperson for the Kremlin, added that such statements should not be taken seriously, suggesting a dismissive stance toward the Lithuanian minister's remarks.
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IndependentStraits TimesMay 20, 05:29 PM
Kremlin says Lithuanian minister's comments about attacking Russian exclave 'verge on insanity' - The Straits TimesKremlin says Lithuanian minister's comments about attacking Russian exclave 'verge on insanity' The Straits Times
StateTASSMay 20, 10:21 AM
Kremlin says calls from Lithuania’s top diplomat to attack Kaliningrad verge on insanityDmitry Peskov believes that such statements should not be taken seriously