US EditionKremlin Negotiator Invokes Peter the Great’s 21-Year War With Sweden in Ukraine Talks
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Russian Negotiator Compares to the War Against Sweden
Russia's envoy in the negotiations with Ukraine refers to the Russian war against Sweden - in the 18th century. The comparison is made to emphasize how long the Russians are prepared to continue fighting. - We fought against the Swedes for 21 years, says Vladimir Medinsky.
Kremlin Negotiator Invokes Peter the Great’s 21-Year War With Sweden in Ukraine Talks
The Kremlin’s chief negotiator in peace talks with Ukraine on Friday cited the Great Northern War of 1700-1721 as evidence that Russia is ready to continue its war against Ukraine for as long as it takes.
"We Fought Sweden for 21 Years," Russians Threatened Ukrainians During Negotiations
According to a journalist for The Economist, the Russians have threatened Ukrainians with the annexation of Kharkiv and Sumy regions unless they withdraw from four areas they claim.
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