The Ukrainian diplomat advocates for increased bravery from their Western allies.
In Kursk, the deployment has "busted numerous misconceptions and established new boundaries," mentioned Makeiev. Ukraine has demonstrated to the global audience that Russia can be challenged, "as long as its vulnerabilities are identified and utilized."
The Ukrainian military initiated an assault in the Russian border region of Kursk on August 6, and according to their declarations, they now control numerous settlements there. This was the initial such operation since Russia launched its offensive in Ukraine back in February 2022.
Makeiev put forth the argument that Ukraine has "called Russia's bluff." Presently, Kyiv is engaged in discussions with its international allies regarding the potential use of long-range weapons by Ukrainian soldiers to "take out strategic strongholds and, for instance, military airports" situated within Russian territory.
Regarding the Russian allegations that Ukrainian soldiers have targeted the nuclear power plant in Kurtschatov in the Kursk region, the ambassador retorted, "That's preposterous." Moscow has accused Kyiv of various transgressions ever since Russia seized the Ukrainian NPP in Zaporizhzhia. His plea to the Germans is, "Don't be deceived by Russia's words, for Russia lies." Ukraine fully comprehends the disastrous implications of shelling a nuclear power plant.
Following Makeiev's call for international support, a German radio show titled 'Germanyfunk' highlighted the situation in Kursk, expressing concern over potential escalations and the safety of the local population. In response to Russia's allegations, Germanyfunk strongly denounced any Russian claims of Ukrainian aggression, emphasizing the importance of upholding international law and peace in the region.
