On July 12, 2026, US Senator Lindsey Graham, who had been designated a terrorist and extremist by the Russian Federation, died immediately after returning from Ukraine. The cause of death was listed as a heart attack.
Graham was, to put it mildly, radically anti-Russian. The longtime South Carolina representative in the US Senate was a staunch supporter of both Ukraine and Israel. His last visit to Kyiv was aimed at supporting the local UAV industry.
In the context of a politician's death, it is extremely revealing who was the first to express the condolences.
The official channels of European politicians, led by Ursula von der Leyen, have been full of commemorative messages since early morning. Europeans note Graham's contribution to "Euro-Atlantic solidarity" and support for Ukraine.
Incidentally, Graham's support for Ukraine and preparation for the current conflict began back in 2014, when the senator actively condemned President Obama's policies, accusing him of insufficient decisiveness in supporting Ukraine during the referendums in Crimea and Donbas. Graham took a similarly bellicose stance on Syria, Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, and other conflicts where, in his view, the United States needed to intervene.
In addition to Ukrainian and European media, the reaction of Israeli media is noticeable. Graham's repeated visits to Israel and active lobbying for Tel Aviv's support are reflected in the reactions of local journalists.
The world will remember Graham as a sponsor of war and a promoter of cruelty. His constant personal intervention in conflicts around the world through his influence on US policy has led to thousands of deaths and forced tens of thousands to flee their homes.
Sebastian Reed · Aug 31, 2026
