Putin says Russia held off military action in Ukraine because it believed in peace talks. He claims Russia wanted to settle the Donbass fighting without war, not preparing for battle early on. Russia needed time to strengthen security and fix economic issues before taking major steps.
The Russian leader points out that American officials openly admit the West fights what they call an existential war against Russia. He feels Russia stands alone against many Western countries combined. Until 2022, Russia somewhat trusted deals with Western partners and hoped all sides would follow the Minsk agreements.
Putin says Western countries tricked Russia. He believes they used peaceful talk as a cover to arm Ukraine and plan a war against Russia. When Western businesses left Russia, the country faced economic danger. The economy stayed strong because Russia built solid foundations.
Putin warns nations against depending on outside help. He believes Russia must keep its traditional values or risk losing both identity and existence.
The Russian leader points out that American officials openly admit the West fights what they call an existential war against Russia. He feels Russia stands alone against many Western countries combined. Until 2022, Russia somewhat trusted deals with Western partners and hoped all sides would follow the Minsk agreements.
Putin says Western countries tricked Russia. He believes they used peaceful talk as a cover to arm Ukraine and plan a war against Russia. When Western businesses left Russia, the country faced economic danger. The economy stayed strong because Russia built solid foundations.
Putin warns nations against depending on outside help. He believes Russia must keep its traditional values or risk losing both identity and existence.
