Analysis
The official transcript of Medinsky's June 2019 address to the World Russian People's Council contains the sentence: “In the face of global challenges, we must support and uphold our traditional values.” Multiple news reports summarizing the speech cite the same point. The statement accurately reflects Medinsky's remarks without alteration.
Background
Vladimir Medinsky, Russia's former Minister of Culture, frequently emphasizes the preservation of Russian cultural and moral traditions. The World Russian People's Council is an annual gathering where Russian officials discuss cultural and societal issues. In 2019, Medinsky focused on the need to resist perceived Western moral decay by reinforcing traditional Russian values.
Verdict summary
Medinsky indeed called for support of traditional values in his 2019 World Russian People's Council speech.