NATO rearmament, talks on Ukraine: senior diplomat’s statements

February 20, 2026

TL;DR

Russia observes NATO member states rearming and seeking a central role in Euro-Atlantic processes.
Russia takes negotiations on Ukrainian settlement very seriously, but comments on their substance would be detrimental.
The objectives of the special military operation in Ukraine will be achieved by military or preferably political and diplomatic means.
Europe's policy is perceived as aiming to prolong the conflict in Ukraine rather than contribute constructively to its settlement.
There is no interaction between Russia and NATO as Russia is defined as a threat, though communication channels remain open.
Russia notes a redistribution of roles within NATO, with the US giving European allies greater responsibility for continental security.
Russia observes a return to Nazi practices in national identity construction in some European countries, particularly Ukraine.
Ukrainian neo-Nazism is seen as a threat to the international community and an obstacle to peace and stability in Europe.
The OSCE has been transformed into an instrument of proxy and hybrid warfare waged by the West against Russia.

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