Rubio extended congratulations to the Russian people on Russia Day, as Kremlin military losses in Ukraine surpassed one million casualties, according to Kyiv’s estimates.
From: Kyiv Post by Julia Struck
US Secretary of State Marco Rubiocongratulated the Russian people on Russia Day, June 12, while Russian military losses in the war against Ukraine reportedly surpassed one million killed and wounded.
In his official statement, Rubio congratulated the Russian people on Russia Day “on behalf of the American people” and said the US would continue to support the Russian people “as they continue to build on their aspirations for a brighter future.”
“We also take this opportunity to reaffirm the United States’ desire for constructive engagement with the Russian Federation to bring about a durable peace between Russia and Ukraine,” he stated.
“It is our hope that peace will foster more mutually beneficial relations between our countries,” Rubio added.
His remarks came as Ukraine’s General Staff reported that Russia’s total combat losses since the start of its full-scale invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, have exceeded 1,000,000 personnel, including both killed and wounded.
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