Russia Embassy in S’pore Responds to S’pore’s Sanctions; Says It Runs Against the ‘Friendly Relations’

Even if you’ve been living under a rock, you’re probably aware of the war between Russia and Ukraine that started recently.

And if you’ve been keeping up to date with the news, you’ll know that Singapore has imposed sanctions upon Russia as well, based on Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan’s speech in Parliament on 28 February.

If you’re completely confused as to why, maybe one of our other articles here will help you understand Singapore’s decision a little more.

And if you’re wondering what else Singapore is going to do in this modern-day war, here’s something you’ve got to watch.

Now, going back to the announcement during Parliament last week.

Well, I’m sure no one has anything to say about that. I can’t see who would object to this decision.

Oh wait. There’s someone.

Clearly, the government’s decision left the Russian Embassy in Singapore less than

Russian Embassy’s Statement

Shortly after the Parliament session, the Russian Embassy in Singapore made a statement in response to Singapore’s decision to impose sanctions upon Russia due to the ongoing war.

In their caption, the Russian Embassy in Singapore highlighted that they consider Singapore’s decision as one that “runs against the friendly relations between Russia and Singapore”, hinting that our ties with the country may be strained through the government’s choice.

Additionally, the embassy also claimed that imposing sanctions on Russia counters “the need of speedy and peaceful settlement of the situation in Ukraine, which the Russian Federation continuously advocates”.

Well, I’ll leave it to you to decide what you think about their claims.

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However, many Singaporeans were clearly enraged by the post, pointing out the irony in the fact that they advocated for a “peaceful settlement”, especially given the fact that the situation in Ukraine now is anything but that.

Others also expressed even more support for Ukraine, giving the embassy a clear signal.

However, there were also users who admitted that most Russians may be victims in this situation as well since they do not have a say in whether or not the war takes place.

I mean, no one does unless they’re Putin lah.

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