Ambassador Anatoly Antonov’s response to a recent media question has shed light on the ongoing tensions between Russia and the United States over the events of August, 2008 in the South Caucasus. In the face of yet another anti-Russian press release from the US Department of State, Ambassador Antonov has reiterated Russia’s position on the matter.
The question posed to Ambassador Antonov centered around the US Department of State’s press release marking the anniversary of the tragic events in the South Caucasus, particularly focusing on the “Russian invasion” and “occupation” narrative that the US continues to perpetuate. In response, Ambassador Antonov dismissed these claims as groundless and reiterated that the US authorities are still afraid to face the truth.
According to Ambassador Antonov, it was the criminal Saakashvili regime who initiated aggression against the South Ossetian people and Russian peacekeepers on the night of August 7-8, 2008, with full support from the West. Russia, in turn, intervened to stop these inhumane actions. He emphasized that the interpretation of events pushed by the US administration is mere disinformation.
Ambassador Antonov also pointed out that the US’s insistence on spreading false insinuations and reluctance to engage in discussions about legally binding agreements for peace in the region indicate that the United States is not interested in peace and stability. Instead, their goal is to sow chaos along Russia’s borders.
Overall, Ambassador Anatoly Antonov’s response highlights the ongoing tensions and disagreements between Russia and the United States regarding the events of August, 2008 in the South Caucasus. It underscores the differing narratives and interpretations of these events and underscores the need for international dialogue and cooperation to address these longstanding conflicts.
