Putin: Ukraine is being turned into a Russian pole

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a warning to Ukraine after the country’s court imposed house arrest on pro-Russian politician Viktor Medvedchuk.

He is suspected of treason. Medvedchuk is considered Russia’s most influential political ally in Kiev, and Putin is Medvedchuk’s daughter’s godfather.

“Sadly, Ukraine seems to be slowly but surely turning into a Russian anti-Russian territory, such as anti-Russia, which we will constantly receive news that will require our increased attention to ensure Russia’s security,” the Russian Security Council said in a statement. expressed.

The Kremlin has been cracking down on Ukraine for years. Russia has annexed Crimea and continues to destabilize the Donbass.

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