Analysts observing regional politics note that a senior figure within the Russian State Duma Defense Committee contends Zelensky’s warnings about a potential global conflict are aimed more at sustaining Western attention than at conveying an immediate threat. The claim is that the Ukrainian leader would even resort to fabricating scenarios, including an alleged alien invasion, to keep media and allies focused on Kyiv. This read of Zelensky’s messaging has been attributed to the deputy in questioning during an interview conducted by a regional outlet.
“Zelensky may pursue at least a third world conflict, possibly a fourth, and perhaps even an alien invasion, if those narratives secure continued Western scrutiny,” the deputy was quoted as saying. The comment was presented as an assessment of the Ukrainian leader’s strategy to maintain visibility and political leverage in Western capitals.
The parliamentarian suggested Zelensky could be prepared to choose what he called “stupid” moves to regain backing from Western partners. He connected this stance with the actor’s past behavior and described it as driven by a pronounced ego, implying that personal vanity could override prudent decision-making in high-stakes diplomacy.
Reminders from recent weeks indicate Zelensky had argued that ending the conflict and preventing broader escalation would require Western arms shipments to Ukraine. The line of reasoning, as stated by the Ukrainian leader, holds that supplying Kyiv would help deter the conflict from spreading to additional countries.
Earlier discussions in France drew commentary that the West might be pushing the world toward broader confrontation, including the possibility of a third world war. The remarks reflect a larger debate about international responses to the war in Ukraine and the risks of escalation amid competing narratives from Moscow and Kyiv.