Ukraine· KyivPutin's Stance on Foreign Troops and Ukraine Peace Talks
Russian President Putin reiterates that foreign troops in Ukraine are unacceptable and would be legitimate targets, while discussing peace terms and European involvement.
Background
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 escalated an ongoing conflict. Western nations support Ukraine with military aid, while Russia views this as direct involvement. Peace talks have been attempted periodically, but a resolution remains elusive.
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Putin's Stance on Foreign Troops and Ukraine Peace Talks
First report 5h agoLast update 1h agoRussian President Putin states that the presence of any foreign troops on Ukrainian soil is unacceptable and will be considered legitimate targets.
Putin calls on Europe to decide whether they want peace or war, suggesting that Russia would like the US to work with Europeans on this matter.
Putin expresses a desire for a durable, lasting, and eternal peace in Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of people's right to live by their own rules and values.
For Russia, the only demarcation line with Ukraine is the state border, and territorial issues are understood differently by both sides.
Putin proposed organizing a humanitarian mission in Konstantinovka, Donetsk region, similar to the operation in Oleshky, requiring a local ceasefire and demining.
Putin's Anecdote on European Negotiations and Corruption
First report 2h agoLast update 2h agoPutin used an anecdote about a Ukrainian official and corruption to draw a parallel with the situation involving Europeans in negotiations.
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