Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that his country cannot guarantee the safety of leaders attending the WWII commemoration in Moscow on May 9. While around 20 countries, including China, have confirmed their attendance, Zelenskyy warned that Russia might orchestrate dangerous scenarios and then assign blame to Ukraine. This statement drew criticism from Russian officials, particularly Maria Zakharova of the Foreign Ministry, who accused Zelenskyy of threatening the safety of veterans attending the event, intensifying the already tense relationship between Ukraine and Russia.
We cannot bear responsibility for what happens on the territory of the Russian Federation.
They are ensuring your safety; Russia may take various steps... and then blame us.
His statement... is, of course, a direct threat.
He is threatening the physical safety of veterans who will come to parades and celebrations on the holy day.
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