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title: "Kremlin says NATO is fighting against Russia by giving direct and indirect help to Ukraine"
description: "MOSCOW, Sept 15 (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Monday that it was obvious that NATO was fighting against Russia by providing direct and indirect support to Ukraine."
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# Kremlin says NATO is fighting against Russia by giving direct and indirect help to Ukraine

> MOSCOW, Sept 15 (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Monday that it was obvious that NATO was fighting against Russia by providing direct and indirect support to Ukraine.

By Reuters · Published 15 September 2025, 14:54 SAST · Updated 15 September 2025, 14:54 SAST

## Key points
- In a classic case of "it’s not you, it’s NATO," the Kremlin claims the alliance is not just a spectator but a full-fledged combatant in the Ukraine showdown.
- Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accuses NATO of being "de facto involved" in the Ukraine conflict.
- Peskov claims NATO is offering both direct and indirect support to Ukraine.
- He asserts that it is "absolutely certain" NATO is actively opposing Russia.
- The comments reflect escalating tensions between Russia and NATO amid ongoing hostilities.

## Content

"NATO is de facto involved in this war," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

"NATO is providing direct and indirect support to the Kiev regime. It can be said with absolute certainty that NATO is fighting against Russia".

(Reporting by Dmitry AntonovEditing by Andrew Osborn)