Russian authorities have added Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former President Petro Poroshenko to their wanted list, citing a crime committed against the Kremlin. The move is seen as an escalation in Russia’s efforts to remove Zelensky from power despite his victory in three presidential elections. Both leaders have been recognized as legitimate by Russian President Vladimir Putin, but Poroshenko has viewed it as a patriotic act while Zelensky has condemned the persecution. The Interior Ministry’s search order applies within Russian territory, including illegally annexed Ukrainian provinces. This decision could hinder negotiations to end the conflict and underscores tensions between Russia and Ukraine, leading to doubts about the future of diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.
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