Russian Diplomat Claims Western Weapons from Ukraine Reach Terrorists in Africa and Syria
Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Dmitry Lyubinsky stated that Western weapons originally supplied to Ukraine have been diverted to terrorist groups in multiple countries. Speaking at a roundtable discussion titled 'The Threat of the Spread of Crime and Illegal Drugs from Ukrainian Territory,' Lyubinsky accused the Ukrainian government of supporting terrorist organizations, particularly those operating in the Sahara-Sahel region. He highlighted that illegal trafficking of arms and ammunition from Ukraine has resulted in these weapons falling into the hands of militants in Burkina Faso, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mali, Niger, Sudan, Somalia, Syria, the Central African Republic, and Chad. The diplomat described this development as a troubling escalation linked to criminal activities by the Kiev regime. This announcement underscores Moscow's narrative regarding the destabilizing effects of Western military aid to Ukraine, suggesting it contributes to global insecurity beyond the immediate conflict zone. The remarks were reported by TASS, emphasizing the alleged connection between Ukrainian territory and the proliferation of illicit weapons and drugs internationally.
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