In an interview with Bloomberg, Vucic quoted the Russian President as saying, adding: “As he said, all the goals of the special military operation will be achieved.”
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stressed today, Wednesday, the necessity of completing this mission, noting that the country’s security, the lives, honor and dignity of citizens, their right to speak their mother tongue, and the preservation of their history and spiritual and moral values will be guaranteed.
The West constantly calls on the Russian Federation to begin negotiations, to which Moscow expresses its readiness, but at the same time, it ignores Kiev’s continued refusal to enter into dialogue.
It is worth noting that Moscow has confirmed, on more than one occasion, that it is ready to negotiate, but Kiev imposed a ban on entering into a negotiation process with Moscow at the legislative level.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, during a meeting with the leadership of the Russian Foreign Ministry, previously set four conditions for negotiation with Kiev, the most important of which are the withdrawal of the Ukrainian armed forces from Donbass and Novorossiya and the refusal to join NATO.
According to Putin, Russia also considers it necessary for Ukraine to have a neutral, non-aligned, nuclear-free status and for all Western sanctions imposed on Russia to be lifted.
Last Friday, the Russian President confirmed that when Russia agreed to consider negotiations initiatives regarding the conflict in Ukraine, Kiev rejected them, and this happened twice.
Putin also indicated, last July, that a ceasefire in Ukraine was impossible without the “other party” agreeing to irreversible steps acceptable to Russia.
Putin stressed that Russia cannot allow the enemy to exploit the ceasefire to improve its position and regain its power, stressing that Ukraine’s potential membership in NATO constitutes a threat to Russia’s security, and that the risks of Kiev joining the alliance were one of the reasons for launching the special military operation.
Source: RT
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**Interview with Dr. Elena Petrov, Political Analyst**
**Editor**: Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Petrov. In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic cited Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the ongoing special military operation, stating that “all the goals of the special military operation will be achieved.” What do you make of this statement?
**Dr. Petrov**: Thank you for having me. Vucic’s comments reflect a broader narrative that Russia is trying to communicate—one that underscores a sense of inevitability about their military objectives. The idea that all goals will be achieved can be interpreted as both a declaration of confidence and a warning to those who oppose the operation.
**Editor**: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov emphasized the importance of completing the mission, linking it to the security, dignity, and rights of its citizens. How do you view this justification from the Russian government?
**Dr. Petrov**: Lavrov’s statement highlights the Kremlin’s attempt to frame the military operation as a protective measure for Russian-speaking populations and cultural heritage. This positions Russia as a defender, but it raises critical questions about the ethics of using military force under such justifications. While many may resonate with the call to protect rights and identity, the means of achieving these ends can lead to significant domestic and international repercussions.
**Editor**: Public sentiment towards the operation appears divided. What implications could this have for Russia’s domestic stability?
**Dr. Petrov**: Absolutely. While some segments of the population may support the government’s narrative, there are significant pockets of dissent, particularly among those who oppose military involvement. If the promised goals are not met or if the conflict drags on, it could lead to increased civil unrest or calls for political accountability. The government’s ability to manage public perception and maintain control is crucial at this juncture.
**Editor**: Thank you, Dr. Petrov, for your insightful analysis. It will be interesting to see how these developments unfold in the coming weeks.
**Dr. Petrov**: Thank you for having me. It’s vital to keep the discussions around these issues going.
