Breaking Boundaries: Ex-Russian President Floats Annexation Idea!
Medvedev Contemplates Annexation of Abkhazia and South Ossetia
Dmitry Medvedev, former President of the Russian Federation and current Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, has indicated the possibility of Russia annexing the occupied regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia in Georgia.
Medvedev’s perspective on this matter was presented in an article he authored for the Kremlin-aligned newspaper “Argumenty i Fakty” (Arguments and Facts).
In his own words, Medvedev stated, “The idea of joining Russia is still popular in Abkhazia and South Ossetia… It’s quite possible it will be implemented should there be good reasons for doing so.”
Underlying this stance are complex geopolitical dynamics. While there have been improvements in the relationship between Moscow and Tbilisi (the capital of Georgia) in recent times, Medvedev has pointed a finger at the West, accusing it of exacerbating tensions around Georgia by raising the prospect of the country’s potential accession to the NATO alliance.
Medvedev emphasized, “We will not wait for our fears to become closer to reality.” This comment underscores the potential move of annexing territories in Georgia as a proactive step to safeguard Russia’s interests.
Additionally, Medvedev referenced Russia’s recognition of the “independence” of Abkhazia and South Ossetia back in 2008 during his presidency. He justified this recognition by citing the alignment with the wishes of the people of these regions, the principles outlined in the UN Charter, and what he referred to as historical justice.
The implications of this perspective are far-reaching and could significantly impact the regional dynamics in the South Caucasus area.