Zakharova: Europe Would Be Safer Without NATO
The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that Europe would enjoy greater security in the absence of NATO, describing the alliance as a burden on the continent.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova asserted that the European continent would be more secure if the North Atlantic Treaty Organization did not exist.
Zakharova likened the alliance to an "aching tooth" that drains resources and undermines the continent's immunity, arguing that it hinders regional stability.
These remarks follow the rejection by European leaders during the recent Dublin summit of Russian proposals to reorganize the European security architecture.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz dismissed the possibility of discussing these issues with Russia, maintaining that the current security framework remains robust.
Moscow continues to criticize the alliance, viewing it as a primary obstacle to achieving long-term stability in Europe.