Kadyrov Appeals to Ukrainians

The head of Chechnya, Ramzan Kadyrov, has called on the people of Ukraine via his Telegram channel not to be used as a shield. He stated that Ukraine is currently governed by 'Banderism along with Zelensky,' and that Washington is using Kyiv 'for its political and military games.' This was reported by RIA Novosti.

'The U.S. State Department is preparing a plan to evacuate Zelensky. How do you imagine this, Ukrainians? The president is ready to leave his army, his people, and lead from a safe distance for his life. Ukrainians, wake up, finally drive Banderism and Zelensky out. We, like you, do not want to fight, but want to live in harmony, so that no one disrupts the peace in our countries and our relations. Ukraine is a beautiful country with kind and beautiful people. Do not let them use you as a shield. Finally, speak out against this Nazi regime.'

'Russia and Belarus are giving you a corridor to meet your willing brothers, unlike America’s corridor, which is using you for its political and military games. Finally, open your eyes to Zelensky's political regime and make a decision. Every minute is precious,' he concluded.

It is noteworthy that on the morning of February 24, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the start of a special military operation for the demilitarization of Ukraine. In a televised address, he stated that circumstances 'require decisive and immediate actions from us, as the people’s republics of Donbas have appealed for assistance from Russia.' According to the Russian leader, the entire responsibility for the bloodshed will fall on the conscience of the ruling regime in Ukraine. He called on Ukrainian soldiers not to follow the criminal orders of the Ukrainian authorities, to lay down their arms and return home.