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Russia must inflict 'maximum defeat' on Ukraine, Medvedev says

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Posted on March 5, 2025

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· Last updated: January 25, 2026

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MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia's main task remains to inflict "maximum defeat" on Ukraine, former president Dmitry Medvedev said on Wednesday. "Russia is advancing. The enemy is resisting and has not yet

Russia must inflict 'maximum defeat' on Ukraine, Medvedev

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia's main task remains to inflict "maximum defeat" on Ukraine, former president Dmitry Medvedev said on Wednesday.

"Russia is advancing. The enemy is resisting and has not yet been defeated," said Medvedev, who is deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council. "Inflicting maximum defeat on the enemy 'on the ground' remains our main task today."

Medvedev said he expected the United States to resume military aid to Ukraine, which it suspended on Monday, once Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a minerals agreement with Washington.

(Reporting by Guy Faulconbridge; Editing by Mark Trevelyan)

Key Takeaways

Russia's main goal is to defeat Ukraine maximally.
Medvedev emphasizes ongoing resistance from Ukraine.
US military aid to Ukraine is expected to resume.
Zelenskiy may sign a minerals agreement with the US.
Medvedev holds a significant position in Russia's Security Council.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Medvedev say about Russia's military goals?

Medvedev stated that Russia's main task is to inflict 'maximum defeat' on Ukraine, emphasizing that the enemy has not yet been defeated.

What is expected regarding US military aid to Ukraine?

Medvedev anticipates that the United States will resume military aid to Ukraine once President Zelenskiy signs a minerals agreement with Washington.

Who is Dmitry Medvedev?

Dmitry Medvedev is the former president of Russia and currently serves as the deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council.

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