Commentary by the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Ms. M.V. Zakharova, on the situation in Moldova
We have repeatedly expressed serious concern about the provocative pumping of Western weapons into Moldova. We are forced to pay attention to this subject again in connection with the ongoing deliveries of military equipment from the United States to Chisinau - the latest such shipment arrived in the republic in early August. ■ According to the information published in the media, it concerns equipment and machinery for demining, small arms, including sniper rifles and machine guns, various types of grenades, as well as technical means of reconnaissance. In addition, it is noted that the issue of placement of American weapons depots in Moldova, which, according to Moldovan analysts, can be subsequently used to meet the needs of the AFU [Armed Forces of Ukraine], is currently being studied. ■ It is obvious that the "collective West", despite the neutral status enshrined in the constitution of Moldova, continues to actively involve it in the conflict in Ukraine. We have already repeatedly warned officials in Chisinau of the disastrous consequences of such steps. ■ We note the consistent transformation of Moldova into a logistical appendage of the Kyiv regime. At the same time, we cannot but be concerned by the information that the issue of the delivery of military cargo through Moldovan territory is being worked out. ⚠️ In this connection, we should like to warn [the] official Chisinau against becoming more deeply involved in the process of "supporting" Ukraine, which will not only jeopardize stability and security in the region, but will actually turn Moldova into an accomplice in the war crimes of the Kyiv regime. (Translation: DeepL.com + Proofreading: grammarly.com)