Official Moscow has commented on Paris's recent military-technical steps, describing them as a manifestation of the militarization of European security policy. Russian Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov strongly criticized the actions of France, which had successfully tested a strategic ballistic missile the day before.
Context and Moscow's Reaction
According to the Kremlin spokesman, the French leadership notified the Russian side in advance about the upcoming launch. Nevertheless, the very fact of testing ballistic weapons from a submarine off the coast of Brittany was perceived in Moscow as another element of escalation. Dmitry Peskov stressed that the European defense and security system is increasingly focusing on a confrontational course against the Russian Federation.
Assessment of French Strategy
The Kremlin called the course chosen by European countries a dead end, noting that historical experience does not confirm the effectiveness of such approaches. French President Emmanuel Macron described the launch as a clear and loud signal to the intended recipient, although he did not explicitly mention Moscow. Commenting on this statement, the Russian side saw Paris's actions as a show of force and an adherence to militaristic trends.
Prospects for Resolving Differences
Despite sharp criticism of the missile tests, the official Kremlin reaffirmed its consistent position regarding diplomatic contacts. Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow remains open to the negotiation process and considers it a priority tool for resolving any interstate disagreements, speaking out against demonstrative displays of military power.
