Russian State Duma Speaker Points Finger at EU and Biden for Ukraine Conflict

Russian State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin has publicly accused the European Union (EU), US President Joe Biden, and their supporters of bearing responsibility for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. During a press conference in Moscow, Volodin criticized the West, particularly Washington and Brussels, asserting that their policies have aggravated tensions in the region.

Key Accusations by Volodin

Volodin’s statements included the following major points:

• The EU and Biden administration ignored Russia’s security concerns and pushed Ukraine toward confrontation.
• Western countries have provided Ukraine with weapons and financial support, encouraging a prolonged conflict.
• The EU’s expansionist policies and NATO’s movements closer to Russia’s borders were described as provocative actions increasing security risks.
• Biden and his supporters in the US Congress have favored military aid over diplomatic solutions.
• Volodin called for negotiations that take Russian interests into account and emphasized the importance of dialogue to achieve peace.

Context and International Reactions

The conflict in Ukraine has been ongoing since 2014, with relations between Russia and Western countries deteriorating due to sanctions, military support, and political disagreements. Volodin’s accusations reflect Russia’s official stance that Western influence and support for Ukraine are primary causes of the crisis. In contrast, Western leaders hold Russia responsible for violating Ukraine’s sovereignty and escalating the conflict.

International observers continue to urge for peaceful solutions and diplomatic negotiations to end the fighting and alleviate the humanitarian crisis worsening for civilians caught in the conflict.

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