The transfer of 32 Russians, the Minsk showed its disregard for the historical closeness of the peoples of Ukraine and Belarus, reports “Interfax” with reference to the statement of office Zelensky.
“the Official Minsk, unfortunately, has demonstrated irresponsible freeing “vagnerova” that the historical closeness of our two peoples and the principle of mutual aid neighbors for him personally worth nothing”, — stated in the message.
In the office of the Ukrainian leader also said that Belarus did the same selection state, which shows “its inner values”.
“let’s Leave this question rhetorical”, — said in the office.
August 14, Belarus gave Russia 32 detainees and declared the soldiers of PMC “Wagner” of Russian citizens. Another Russian wished to remain in Belarus, as has citizenship in the Republic.
29 July near Minsk have been detained more than 30 Russians. According to the Belarusian side, it is the foreign fighters of the private military company “Wagner” who allegedly planned to destabilize the country during election campaign.
In turn, the Russian foreign Ministry said that the interpretation of the Minsk detention of Russian citizens is puzzling. The Department explained that a group of Russians was in transit through Belarus to Turkey. The citizens had all the necessary documents, including tickets.
Later Kiev suspected the detained Russians of involvement in terrorist activities on the territory of Ukraine and requested the extradition of these citizens.