Title: Sergei Lavrov denounces “hybrid war” led by the West in Ukraine
Introduction :
At the 78th United Nations General Assembly, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke about the West’s involvement in the conflict in Ukraine. In an offensive speech, Lavrov denounced what he called a “hybrid war” led by the United States and other Western countries. This article examines the Russian minister’s remarks and analyzes the current situation in Ukraine.
The West’s hybrid war in Ukraine:
According to Sergei Lavrov, the West is waging a “hybrid war” in Ukraine by supporting financially, militarily and sending mercenaries to the country. He accuses the United States, Britain and other Western countries of directly fighting Russia using the bodies of Ukrainians. Lavrov claims that this poses a threat to Russia’s security and thus justifies his intervention in the conflict in Ukraine.
The position of the West:
Western countries, for their part, support Ukraine by providing financial and military support to defend against Russian aggression. They insist they are not at war with Russia, but are helping Ukraine resist Russian aggression. According to them, it is crucial to support Ukraine in its fight for its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Ukraine’s peace proposal:
Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine’s president, has proposed a peace summit to discuss his peace plan to end the conflict. However, Sergei Lavrov rejects this proposal, considering it unfeasible and unrealistic. According to Lavrov, the resolution of the conflict will be done on the battlefield if that is how the West and the Ukrainians want it.
The current situation in Ukraine:
The conflict in Ukraine persists, with clashes between Ukrainian forces and Russian-backed separatists. Recently, the Ukrainian military reportedly carried out a strike against the headquarters of the Black Sea Fleet in Sevastopol in annexed Crimea, killing senior Russian commanders. Russia said one of its service members was missing after the attack. These events demonstrate continued violence in the region and the threat of large-scale conflict.
Conclusion :
Sergei Lavrov’s speech at the UN highlights ongoing tensions between Russia and the West in the context of the conflict in Ukraine. With each side accusing the other of waging a “hybrid war”, finding a peaceful solution to end the violence and restore stability in the region is crucial. The situation in Ukraine remains precarious and requires effective international diplomacy to avoid an escalation of the conflict.