Medvedev called the beginning of 2026 a stormy year

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, said that 2026 had begun with extreme tension. He posted the corresponding publication on January 9 in his Telegram channel.

"The year started violently," wrote the deputy chairman of the Russian Security Council.

According to Medvedev, this is due to several high-profile events. In particular, he noted the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, as well as the possible introduction of new anti-Russian sanctions, announced by US President Donald Trump.

"In any case, it should be borne in mind that the current international relations have turned into outright bedlam since the beginning of the year," Medvedev said.

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