From Moscow, Dmitry Medvedev dropped a bombshell on social media, labeling Europe’s conflict-hungry leaders ‘ruling fools’ and drawing a hard line: no NATO or European forces in Ukraine, period. To drive it home, he posted a video of Russia’s Oreshnik hypersonic missile in action, shredding vital Ukrainian infrastructure.
In his X post, Medvedev stated plainly, ‘European countries’ fools want war here. Russia won’t allow a single European or NATO soldier in Ukraine – end of story.’ Aiming at Macron, he called the French proposals ‘pure drivel,’ and quipped with the video, ‘Okay, game on. Expect this.’
Perfectly timed against Franco-British peacekeeper vows post-peace talks, Russia eyes them as fair game. Officials have trashed NATO security offers from the start.
Medvedev’s history includes deeming UK moves wartime declarations. Friday’s Defense Ministry clip detailed Oreshnik launches repaying an attack on Putin’s residence – missiles Putin claims no defense can stop at their blistering Mach 10+ velocity.
Western military support for Kyiv fuels Moscow’s fury, seen as combat entry. This viral post cements Russia’s deterrence strategy, blending threats with tech demos. As diplomacy teeters, the world braces for whether Europe’s resolve meets Russia’s firepower.