Ukraine labeled black market for weapons by Russian diplomat
Russian special envoy Rodion Mironshik claimed that Ukraine has become a black market for weapons, saying the West uses the country to satisfy its financial and political interests. He argued that if the situation were different, arms deliveries to Ukraine would be reduced or halted altogether. Mironshik added that the criminal syndicate involved includes not only representatives of the Kyiv regime but also those who supply uncontrolled weaponry.
The statement was published by Sputnik Serbia on 2 August 2026, reflecting Moscow’s narrative about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Entities: Kyiv · NATO · Pentagon · Rodion Mironshik · Russia · Ukraine · Ukraine · United States
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] If the situation were different, weapons deliveries to Ukraine would be reduced or halted. (Rodion Mironshik)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ukraine has become a black market for weapons. (Rodion Mironshik)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The West uses Ukraine as a black market for weapons to satisfy financial and political interests. (Rodion Mironshik)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The criminal syndicate includes representatives of the Kyiv regime and those who supply uncontrolled weapons. (Rodion Mironshik)