The Kremlin has criticized Finnish President Alexander Stubb's remarks endorsing Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov accusing Stubb and British Prime Minister Andy Burnham of belonging to the 'party of war.' Stubb argued that such strikes increase the cost of Russia's war effort and could lead to negotiations.
The comments highlight ongoing international debate and division over the extent of support for Ukraine, particularly concerning strikes deep within Russian territory, and underscore the Kremlin's reaction to such perceived escalations.
The Kremlin has criticized Finnish President Alexander Stubb's remarks supporting Ukraine's long-range strikes into Russian territory, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov stating that Stubb, along with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, belongs to the "party of war." Stubb has backed Ukraine's strikes on targets such as oil refineries and logistics centers, arguing that these actions increase the cost of Russia's war effort and could help bring Moscow to the negotiating table. He also noted that Ukraine is in a stronger military, political, and financial position than it was a year ago. Speaking at a press conference following a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Kyiv, Stubb advocated for partners to help expand Ukraine's deep-strike capabilities. He suggested that increasing the military and economic costs for Russia is essential for pushing Moscow toward genuine peace negotiations, citing that 65% of Russians reportedly want the war to end. Peskov accused Stubb and other Western leaders of misleading their own voters by claiming Russia could be strategically defeated. Stubb, however, stated that NATO leaders understand why Ukraine is conducting these strikes and believe that continued pressure is necessary.
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