Sands: the Kremlin would like to restore the monument to Konev

Photo: EPA-EFE/MARTIN DIVISEK Czech officials have refused to give Russia a monument to Konev

Moscow believes it is unacceptable dismantling of the monument in Prague. “We regret in this regard and we, of course, would prefer to see this monument restored – or in the Czech lands, the inhabitants of which, in our opinion, should be grateful to this man, or, if necessary, on Russian soil,” – said the press Secretary of the President Dmitry Peskov.

Photo: EPA-EFE/MARTIN DIVISEK Medina called blasphemy the demolition of the monument to Marshal Konev in Prague

the Russian side at various levels expressed their lack of understanding, regret and indignation at the actions of a number of European capitals on the dismantling of monuments to soldiers of the red army, who gave their lives and contributed to the liberation of these countries from fascism, also reminded the representative of the Kremlin.

the Investigation Committee opened a criminal case on the fact of dismantling of the monument to Marshal Konev in Prague for the desecration of symbols of military glory of Russia.

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