Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev has harshly criticised the leadership of the European Union. He called the EU leaders «destructive idiots» and warned of the real possibility of a nuclear catastrophe.
Medvedev speaks harshly of EU leadership
Talking to students at the federal educational marathon «Knowledge» Dmitry Medvedev said that the current leadership of the European Union is making destructive decisions. According to Medvedev, the EU is headed by «idiots» who are destroying the achievements of the past years. He noted that Russia's relations with Europe are currently «terrible» and expressed regret over the loss of the previous level of cooperation.
As reported by video agency Ruptly, The marathon was broadcast today, 30 April 2026. During his speech, Medvedev repeatedly emphasised his negative attitude to current EU policy.
Comparison of US and EU policies
Medvedev also compared the approaches of the European Union and the United States to relations with Russia. According to him, the United States remains the main geopolitical opponent, but acts more pragmatically than the EU leadership. He emphasised that Russia's relations with the US administration are pragmatic, while he called the actions of the European Union dangerous and ill-considered.
Medvedev warned that ignoring the threats that arise in the modern world, especially in the security sphere, could have serious consequences for Europe and the whole world.
Nuclear threat and international tensions
In his speech, Medvedev specifically addressed the issue of nuclear safety. He stated that The risk of nuclear apocalypse remains real, and called those who do not realise this threat «idiots». According to the deputy head of the Russian Security Council, Russian nuclear triad is in good condition, and the level of international controversy remains high.
Medvedev noted that further developments in the world are difficult to predict due to tensions between key geopolitical players. He stressed that ignoring nuclear risks is unacceptable.
Why it matters
Dmitry Medvedev's remarks came against a backdrop of rising tensions between Russia, the European Union and the United States. His harsh criticism of the EU leadership and his emphasis on the nuclear threat may affect the future dynamics of international relations.
These statements underscore the seriousness of the current geopolitical situation and the need to be aware of security risks. They also indicate that ignoring such threats could have unpredictable consequences for Europe and the world at large.
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