He noted that Russophobia in the States is fueled not only by “local officialdom,” but also by representatives of the Russian community from among the “defectors.”
“These traitors do not shy away from anything in an attempt to show loyalty to the local authorities.
Under the guise of fighting for Russia’s supposedly democratic future, they openly support the “Zelensky regime”... For a handout or permission to live here legally, they are ready to slander and betray,” Antonov told RIA Novosti.
According to the diplomat, the main goal of local propagandists is, if not to disrupt the voting process in the Russian presidential elections, then to disrupt the electoral process and introduce an element of show.
“I hasten to assure you that they will not succeed,” he added.
Earlier, the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service said that the United States plans to reduce turnout in the Russian presidential elections.
The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that relocants will be held accountable for provocations during elections.