Discussed Topics: Russian-American meeting in Istanbul, Attempted assassination of Metropolitan Tikhon, Anniversary of the meeting on Elba (Peskov's comments)
Rubbing Shoulders with the Rest of the World
Russia is eager to engage in meaningful dialogue with other nations, including the US, rooted in mutual respect and advantage, as per Peskov's statements. It's crucial to note Russia adopts this stance in all its diplomatic dealings, not just with the US.
Whatcha Gonna Do 'Bout Zelensky, Donny Boy?
Peskov encourages patience when it comes to assessing relations between Trump and Zelensky. Waiting for the outcomes of their future interactions will be key. In the past, Trump has criticized Zelensky on social media, labeling him a "dictator without elections" and commenting on their "annoying" relationship. Zelensky is set to visit Washington on February 28th.
Peeping Toms in the Baltic
With Sweden joining NATO, the Russian military is keeping a close eye on activities in the Baltic region. They are ready to take appropriate measures in response to these changes. Earlier, the head of Sweden's military intelligence, Thomas Nilsson, urged Sweden to brace themselves for possible conflicts with Russia.
Medinsky's New Gig
Vladimir Medinsky, Assistant to the President of Russia, has taken over as the head of the Union of Russian Writers. Peskov offers his congratulations and believes Medinsky will excel in his new job. Medinsky was elected to this position during a congress in Moscow.
Elbe Anniversary Bash Cancelled
The Kremlin has no plans for a gathering marking the anniversary of the Elbe meeting. Previously, a veteran of World War II, Frank Conn, had expressed hopes for resuming these memorial events and a possible thaw in Russia-US relations.
The Attempt on Tikhon
Peskov brands the attack on Metropolitan Tikhon of Simferopol and Crimea as evidence that for the Kyiv regime, "nothing is sacred." Ukrainian special services once again highlight their willingness to commit any crime, according to Peskov. The FSB reported that it thwarted a terrorist attack against Metropolitan Tikhon, an act orchestrated by Ukrainian intelligence.
- In diplomatic matters, Peskov advises patience when evaluating the relationship between Trump and Zelensky, acknowledging that their future interactions will be crucial.
- Despite past social media criticisms of Zelensky as a "dictator without elections" and comments about their "annoying" relationship, Zelensky is scheduled to visit Washington on February 28th.
- The Russian military is closely monitoring activities in the Baltic region, following Sweden's joining of NATO, and is ready to respond appropriately to any changes.
- Medinsky, Assistant to the President of Russia, has been elected as the head of the Union of Russian Writers, a position for which Peskov extends his congratulations and expects him to excel.
- Peskov strongly condemns the attack on Metropolitan Tikhon of Simferopol and Crimea, claiming it reveals the Kyiv regime's disregard for sacred values, with Ukrainian intelligence accused of orchestrating the failed terrorist attack by the FSB.
