DISINFO: Ukraine tries to drag Russia into hostilities in Donbas
SUMMARY
Kyiv is trying to create a provocative situation in Donbas and drag Russia into using force.
RESPONSE
This is a recurring disinformation narrative from pro-Kremlin outlets, accusing Kyiv of escalating the situation in Donbas and justifying Russia’s recent military buildup along the Ukrainian border.
This message appeared in the context of renewed Russian military build up along the Ukrainian borders.
Contrary to the claim, the main impediment to a peace settlement in Donbas is, in fact, Russia’s and its proxies’ deliberate unwillingness to implement the Minsk agreements.
Read more disinformation cases claiming that Ukraine is violating the Minsk deals, whereas Russia is a mediator.