By John Q. Hosedrinker 
The Kremlin has denounced the bombing that killed a Russian general and his aide in Moscow as a “terrorist attack” perpetrated by Ukraine. Spokesman Dmitry Peskov explicitly blamed the Kyiv regime, stating their use of terrorist tactics is now undeniable. This statement comes over 24 hours after the attack, which has been claimed by Ukraine. The Kremlin’s accusations represent a significant escalation of the conflict’s rhetoric.
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The Kremlin’s accusation that Ukraine committed a “terrorist attack” by killing a Russian general and his aide in Moscow is, frankly, astounding. More than 24 hours after the event, the Kremlin’s spokesman stated that the Kyiv regime utilizes terrorist methods. This declaration ignores the context of a full-scale invasion of a sovereign nation, where targeting enemy military personnel is a legitimate act of war.
The sheer audacity of this accusation is staggering. The Kremlin, a regime with a long and documented history of using violence against its own citizens and those of other nations, has the gall to label the killing of one of its own military officers as terrorism. This is hypocrisy at its finest. The countless attacks on Ukrainian civilians, including the bombing of apartment buildings, hospitals, and shelters, are blatant acts of terror, yet the Kremlin conveniently overlooks this reality.
This selective application of the term “terrorism” is deeply disingenuous. The killing of a general, while a significant event, does not meet the typical definition of terrorism: the unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, to achieve political aims. This was a targeted attack against a military officer actively involved in a war. There was no indiscriminate targeting of civilians, no attempt to instill widespread fear within the civilian population; the attack was a highly specific military action.
The Kremlin’s claim further reveals a stunning disconnect from reality. They seem to operate under a bizarre set of rules where their actions are justified, while any resistance, however targeted, is immediately condemned as terrorism. This selective moral compass is not only hypocritical but also displays a profound lack of self-awareness. This is not a new phenomenon; Russia consistently demands adherence to rules and norms which they themselves routinely ignore.
The narrative presented by Russian authorities regarding the investigation is perplexing at best. The account given raises more questions than answers. The alleged details of the operation, including the surveillance directed to Dnipro, seem contrived and illogical, casting serious doubt on the official story. The use of a hired individual also hints at a potential attempt to deflect blame and obscure the true motives behind the action.
The absurdity of the Kremlin’s accusations is further compounded by their own past actions. From the use of radioactive materials to poison dissidents abroad to the relentless shelling of civilian targets in Ukraine, the Kremlin’s history is rife with instances that far exceed the actions they are now condemning. It’s as if they expect the world to ignore their long history of violent actions while holding Ukraine to a drastically higher standard.
The irony is thick enough to cut with a knife. A nation that has unleashed a brutal war of aggression, employing tactics that demonstrably target civilians, accuses its opponent of terrorism for a targeted military strike. It’s a desperate attempt to shift the narrative, to avoid accountability for their own atrocities. This blatant hypocrisy undermines their credibility and further isolates them on the world stage.
In conclusion, the Kremlin’s accusation is not only unfounded but also reveals a profound moral bankruptcy. The targeting of a military officer within the context of an ongoing war, especially by a nation under direct attack, is a far cry from the indiscriminate violence and terrorism that defines the Russian actions in Ukraine. Instead of resorting to baseless accusations, the Kremlin should focus on ending the war it started and addressing the horrific acts it has committed against the Ukrainian people. The world is watching, and the evidence is clear.