Crimean Parliament Speaker Vladimir Konstantinov responded harshly to Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov's threats to turn Crimea into an island. Konstantinov described these remarks as a Nazi approach.
Konstantinov claimed there is a shared ideological basis between the Kiev administration and Nazi ideology. He made this statement following Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's ironic comment highlighting Fedorov's new role.
Lavrov noted that Fedorov has just started his position and needs to get accustomed to it first. He also expressed that it is unclear exactly how Fedorov intends to "turn Crimea into an island."
Konstantinov stated that the people of Crimea have long been accustomed to such provocations. He emphasized that an immunity has developed against attempts aimed at destabilizing the peninsula.
Konstantinov's remarks have brought the tension around Crimea back into focus. The statements indicate that the harsh rhetoric between Moscow and Kiev continues.