Russian Foreign Ministry Reaffirms Nanjing Massacre as Symbol of Japanese Militarism
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova emphasized on December 12, 2025, that the Nanjing Massacre of December 13, 1937, remains a harrowing testament to the brutality of Japanese militarism. Speaking ahead of the 88th anniversary of the event, Zakharova stated that the massacre, which claimed hundreds of thousands of civilian lives in Nanjing, underscores crimes against humanity that must never be forgotten or distorted.
International Tribunals Cement Historical Accountability
Zakharova highlighted that the historical facts of the massacre were irrefutably established by the International Military Tribunal for the Far East. Its verdict, alongside the Nuremberg Trials, forms a cornerstone of the post-war international order. She warned that attempts to rehabilitate militarism, question judicial outcomes, or minimize wartime atrocities demand universal condemnation.
Global Vigilance Against Historical Distortion
The spokesperson urged the international community to uphold the lessons of World War II, stressing that safeguarding historical truth is vital to preventing future conflicts. Her remarks align with growing concerns over historical revisionism in Asia and its implications for regional stability.
