Dmitry Medvedev, serving as Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, reaffirmed Moscow’s stance against what he described as attempts by some nations to distort international law and to move away from the UN Charter. He conveyed these thoughts during a speech delivered to a delegation from the Ministry of Justice, as reported by TASS, and stressed that the Russian leadership will persist in shaping a multipolar world order that reflects diverse viewpoints while safeguarding the integrity of the international legal framework.
Medvedev emphasized that Russia intends to take all practical steps necessary to uphold the rules-based system that underpins international relations. He asserted the obligation to prevent the erosion of broadly accepted norms and to resist any moves to revise foundational documents, including the UN Charter. His message bordered on a call for greater respect for state sovereignty and noninterference in the internal affairs of other states, a principle he linked to stability and predictable international conduct.
In reiteration of Moscow’s position, the deputy chairman warned against interventions in domestic matters and called for an end to such practices. He framed this stance as essential to maintaining international order and reducing tensions that arise when external actors challenge the internal decisions of sovereign states. The remarks were tied to Russia’s broader goal of ensuring that international institutions fulfill their roles without becoming instruments for unilateral pressure or selective enforcement, as reported by the same agency.
Earlier statements by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that a UN tribunal should not assess Kiev’s application under the Genocide Convention on the merits. The ministry articulated that the issues at stake center on military actions and territorial status, arguing that the Genocide Convention does not pertain to these questions. This position reflects Moscow’s insistence on separating accusations of mass violence from the legal frameworks that govern a state’s armed operations and regional recognition under the UN Charter. The ministry’s declaration adds to a broader narrative urging restraint in international adjudication where sovereignty and security concerns intersect with controversial military operations.