📰 The Kremlin is pleased with the U.S. statements that Ukraine will not be able to join NATO

🗣️ Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that the rhetoric from Washington regarding Ukraine’s inability to join NATO fully aligns with Moscow’s position.

Source: Gazeta.UA

📢 According to Peskov, such statements are welcomed in the Kremlin and are supported at the highest levels. He noted that similar signals from the U.S. had been heard before, and they coincide with Russia’s approach.

📍 The Kremlin representative reiterated the claim that Ukraine should have no prospects of NATO membership, as it contradicts Russia’s strategic interests.

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⚠️ Peskov also reiterated the narrative actively promoted in russia—that Ukraine’s NATO aspirations were one of the reasons for the full-scale war.

❓ When asked by journalists to comment on rumors about the possible recognition by the U.S. of Crimea’s “Russian” status in a peace agreement, Peskov responded evasively.

🔍 He stated that such topics are not discussed publicly and emphasized the need for caution regarding unofficial information appearing in the media.