Russia Accuses Western Powers of Plotting to Disrupt Rosatom’s Operations

Alexey Shevtsov, Deputy Secretary of the Russian Security Council, has accused Western powers of launching a continuous smear campaign aimed at disrupting the operations of Russia’s nuclear energy company, Rosatom. According to him, a deliberate information warfare is underway to damage Rosatom’s reputation, specifically targeting nuclear energy projects under construction in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

Shevtsov further claimed that thousands of non-governmental organizations in Moldova and Armenia are working to weaken bilateral relations with Russia and discredit regional integration processes. He also sharply criticized European Union and OSCE monitoring missions, stating that instead of ensuring security, they have lost their relevance and are primarily focused on ‘enjoying the perks’ of their presence.

Shevtsov warned about the severe impact on global food security caused by the crisis in the Middle East and a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Referencing data from the International Energy Agency, he noted that the closure of this vital strait—through which approximately 20 percent of the world’s oil supply passes—would cause an extreme shortage in the oil market and directly harm the production of chemical fertilizers.