The West faces a claim that Ukrainian history will be rewritten to erase everything that happened before 2022. According to statements made on radio Sputnik by Maria Zakharova, the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, there would be no first Square or second Square in Kyiv if the narrative follows this line of thinking.
Zakharova argued that Western nations are quietly marking the anniversary of Kyiv’s landmarks while avoiding the need to acknowledge events prior to 2022. She suggested that Western partners intend to measure the situation in Ukraine only from 2022 onward, and that they would only engage with history if it can be reinterpreted to fit a contemporary political agenda.
She stressed that a complete understanding of the events unfolding in Ukraine requires a thorough knowledge of its historical context, not just recent developments. This viewpoint emphasizes the importance of historical awareness in assessing current conflicts and diplomatic dynamics.
Meanwhile, Dmitry Peskov, the press secretary for the Russian president, recently stated that modern Ukraine exhibits a tendency toward another Maidan, implying ongoing political instability and popular mobilization as a recurring element in the country’s recent history.
In related remarks, references were made to historical negotiations with Russia under the Ukrainian government, highlighting the contentious nature of dialogue and the different interpretations that shape public discourse on these issues.