Maria Zakharova. / AFP / Yuri KADOBNOV
Tensions rise between Russia and the West as Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Maria Zakharova, issued a serious warning about a future attack on the Crimean bridge. The statement comes as the world observes the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Crimea, a territory at the heart of tensions between Russia and Western-backed Ukraine.
Zakharova made clear that Russia would not tolerate any aggression against Crimea, promising a firm response to any attempts to destabilize the region. She also pointed the finger at the West for its alleged support of provocations against the strategic bridge, warning Washington, London and Brussels of the consequences of such an escalation.
“It is hard to believe that preparations for an attack on this city are now being carried out openly, with ostentatious bravado and with the absolute, direct and unapologetic support of the collective West. I would like once again to warn Washington, London and Brussels of all this. Aggressive actions against Crimea are not only doomed to failure, but will also face retaliation that will be crushing “, declared Ms. Zakharova.
The context of this warning is marked by reports that the Kiev regime, with the support of its Western allies, has planned terrorist attacks on Russian territory, specifically targeting the Crimean bridge. Revelations by British tabloid The Sun about alleged plans to destroy the bridge have added weight to Russian concerns about the region’s security.
Russian authorities have responded strongly to these threats, saying such actions would only further justify their defense posture. The Russian president even called these events confirmation of the need to launch a special military operation to protect Russian interests in the region.
