September 14, 2024
Andriy Yermak believes that Putin’s threats indicate his fear (Photo:Офіс президента)
Ukraine’s President’s Office Head Andriy Yermak responded to Russian threats, stating they reflect the aggressor’s fear of losing its ability to kill, in light of discussions about allowing long-range strikes on Russia.
In a Telegram post, Yermak said, “The loud threats from Putin’s regime only show its fear that the terror might end.”
He emphasized the need for “strong decisions” to destroy Russian military targets and force Russia to cease its terror. “Russian terror starts at weapon depots, airfields, and military bases in Russia. If Russia is not ready to stop the terror voluntarily, it must be forced to do so by force,” Yermak added.
According to Yermak, authorizing strikes deep into Russia would speed up the cessation of terror and prevent its spread.
On Sept. 12, Putin warned that the West would enter direct conflict with Russia if Ukraine was allowed to attack Russia with long-range missiles, threatening “appropriate measures in response to the threats.” However, Europe dismissed the Kremlin’s latest threats, The Guardian reported on Sept. 13.
Discussion on long-range missiles for strikes on Russia
On Sept. 11, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Kyiv but did not announce authorization for ATACMS strikes into Russia. He mentioned the issue was discussed and he would bring the feedback to Washington.
The New York Times reported on Sept. 13 that President Joe Biden had decided to use British Storm Shadow missiles for strikes on Russia but was still hesitant about using American ATACMS.
Bloomberg, citing unnamed European and U.S. officials, reported that Russia might intensify hybrid attacks on NATO countries in response to U.S. and European approval of long-range weapons.
The Guardian, citing British sources on Sept. 14, reported that the U.S. and Britain have decided to allow Ukraine to use long-range missiles for strikes on Russian territory but are not yet ready to make a public announcement.
“Andriy Yermak believes that Putin’s threats indicate his fear”
I agree.
The difference between the fear in muscovy and the fear in Washington is that the muscovites go on the offensive to intimidate the enemy, while Washington strangles Ukraine’s abilities. This is why the war is dragging on instead of being quickly won.