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Russia Blasts Serbian Arms Firms Over Alleged Ammo Supplies to Ukraine
Above: Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić at a press conference in Belgrade, Serbia, on May 13, 2025. Image copyright: Amir Hamzagic/Anadolu via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
The fact that Serbian ammunition ended up in Ukraine, where it was used to kill and maim Slavic brothers, is a stab in Russia's back. It seems that Serbian defense contractors have no issues profiting from the blood of Russian soldiers; clearly they are forgetting their allies and ignoring their real enemies.
Narrative B
These allegations are simply untrue. Nonetheless, the Serbian government recognizes its existing relationship with Moscow, and will crack down on arms deals if it is suspected they will end up in Ukraine. It has also agreed to launch a joint task force with Russia to investigate these allegations, and get to the truth of the situation.