Kremlin spokesman Peskov said on Saturday that remarks from Europe signal it views Russia as "a rival or even an enemy," and that Moscow sees no prospect for improved Russia-EU relations. He did not specify which remarks he meant. Peskov added that current EU politicians have adopted a confrontational stance toward Russia "not just in words but in deeds," saying they are mobilizing European military capabilities for use against Russia and directly participating in hostile actions.

2026-08-29

Kremlin spokesman Peskov said on Saturday that remarks from Europe signal it views Russia as "a rival or even an enemy," and that Moscow sees no prospect for improved Russia-EU relations. He did not specify which remarks he meant. Peskov added that current EU politicians have adopted a confrontational stance toward Russia "not just in words but in deeds," saying they are mobilizing European military capabilities for use against Russia and directly participating in hostile actions.