Diplomats clarified that Russia is a sovereign state, which has a right to organize parades, celebrations and other events on its territory at its own discretion.

Ukrainian President explained the possible choice by the fact that Kravchuk is an extremely experienced politician, not left or right, but a centrist.

This follows from the results of a survey conducted by the analytical center Ecoom on 28 July.

According to Aleksey Pushkov, expansion of restrictions is necessary and justified.

According to Kiev, Moscow’s actions are aimed at escalating tension in relations between the two states.