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He believes the EU is being militarized, eventually becoming a rival of NATO.
He believes the EU is being militarized, eventually becoming a rival of NATO.
What is happening?
Dmitry Medvedev, former Russian President and staunch Putin loyalist, has gone on a vulgar tirade against the European Union, referring to its leaders as “rainbow freaks” and “Brussels b***hes” in a Telegram post.
Medvedev’s Role in the Kremlin
Now serving as Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council, Medvedev has been one of the loudest voices defending Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, echoing Kremlin propaganda and pushing threats toward the West.
Blaming the EU for “Russophobia”
In his latest rant, Medvedev accused the EU of “bestial Russophobia” and claimed it was turning into a militarized bloc meant to rival NATO—a departure from its founding ideals of economic cooperation.
The Message Behind the Meltdown
The post, titled “On a Change of Approach, or Why Ukraine Should Not Become an EU Member,” paints the EU as hostile and vengeful, determined to “seek revenge” on Russia.
Ukraine’s EU Aspirations Under Fire
Ukraine’s bid to join the EU was a central focus of Medvedev’s complaints. Despite the ongoing war, Ukraine holds EU candidate status and is in the midst of accession negotiations—much to the Kremlin’s ire.
The EU’s Support for Ukraine
Medvedev’s hostility follows continued European support for Ukraine, with the EU contributing billions in aid and arms to bolster the country’s defense against Russian aggression.
Comparing EU Leaders to Cockroaches
The Russian official’s language turned deeply personal, branding EU leaders as “cockroaches” and accusing them of pushing the continent into an “era of rearmament” at Ukraine’s behest.
Reviving the “Nazi” Narrative
Continuing a familiar Kremlin line, Medvedev referred to Ukraine’s government as the “neo-Nazi Kiev regime,” claiming the EU is trying to make it “invulnerable to Russia” through increased militarization.
Thinly Veiled Threats and Exceptions
Despite the venomous rhetoric, Medvedev hinted at possible bilateral cooperation with “select” EU countries, likely referring to more Russia-friendly states like Hungary, Slovakia, and Bulgaria.
NATO Summit Looms Over the Diatribe
Medvedev’s outburst coincided with a key NATO summit in The Hague, where leaders committed to increased defense spending amid fears of a broader conflict with Russia.
