Kremlin Spokesperson Accuses Europe of Hindering Ukraine Peace Talks and Direct Involvement in Conflict
On October 1, 2026, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accused European countries of obstructing Ukraine peace negotiations and directly participating in the conflict by providing military aid. The statements were reported by Izvestia, a Russian state-owned media outlet. The accusations come amid ongoing tensions over the war in Ukraine.
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European countries are hindering the progress of negotiations with Ukraine on resolving the conflict. This was reported on October 1 by Dmitry Peskov, the official spokesperson for the Kremlin. "Europe has not become closer to negotiations and continues to hinder the resumption of the negotiation process, that is what can be noted," he said during a briefing.
European countries are taking direct part in the conflict on Ukraine, supplying Kyiv with weapons, ammunition, and equipment, as well as sending military instructors. This was stated on October 1 by the official representative of the Kremlin, Dmitry Peskov.