Russian envoy speaks out at Pathfinder Foundation’s ‘Ambassador’s Roundtable’

AT the Ambassador's Roundtable hosted by Pathfinder Foundation, the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, Levan S. Dzhagaryan, provided a comprehensive overview of his Government's position on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, NATO expansion, international law, global energy scenario and security dynamics in the region.

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Russian Ambassador Levan Dzhagaryan at Pathfinder Foundation event

The event brought together think tank experts and media professionals for a candid discussion on current geopolitical challenges, with a special focus on the RussiaUkraine conflict.

In his remarks, the Russian Ambassador outlined historical, political, and security factors that led to Russia's actions in Ukraine and its broader concerns regarding Western policies. Regarding Ukraine and the origins of the conflict, the Ambassador referenced the 2014 coup d'état and noted that it marked a turning point in Russia-Ukraine relations. He highlighted that the post-2014 Ukrainian Government pursued policies that alienated Russianspeaking populations in specific regions of Ukraine, and claimed that development contributed to Moscow's decision to launch its "special military operation" in 2022.