Putin Asserts Russian Forces Will 'Eliminate' Ukrainian Armed Forces
In a visit to Murmansk, President Putin claims strategic initiative is held by Russian troops and outlines potential governance plans for Ukraine.
Murmansk - Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that there is reason to believe that Russian forces will 'eliminate' the Ukrainian armed forces.
During a tour of the nuclear submarine 'Arkhangelsk' in Murmansk, he asserted that Russian troops maintain the strategic initiative along the entire front line.
Putin suggested that the introduction of temporary administration in Ukraine could enable 'democratic elections and the establishment of a legitimate government', with which Russia could negotiate peace.
He noted that a legitimate government would allow for discussions on a peace agreement that could be recognized globally as reliable and stable.
He expressed uncertainty about with whom Russia could sign such agreements, citing the possibility of changing leadership in Ukraine.
Discussing conflict resolution in Ukraine, Putin referenced historical instances of external governance used in United Nations peacekeeping efforts, citing examples from East Timor, New Guinea, and certain parts of the former Yugoslavia.
According to him, the absence of presidential elections in Ukraine last year has rendered the current civilian authorities illegitimate.
He expressed concerns that this situation could result in neo-Nazi groups effectively taking control of Ukraine.
Putin claimed that Russian forces have liberated 99% of the territory of the self-proclaimed Luhansk People's Republic and over 70% of the territories in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions.
He emphasized that Russia is progressing steadily and 'self-assuredly' towards achieving the objectives of what he termed the 'special military operation'.
He accused European caretakers of encouraging Ukraine to continue fighting to the last Ukrainian, aiming to deliver a strategic defeat to Russia.
He mentioned that former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson convinced Ukrainian leadership to sustain armed conflict.
Putin reiterated Russia's commitment to a peaceful resolution of the Ukrainian conflict, stating that even as the conflict escalated in 2022, they had continued to propose resolving issues through peaceful dialogue.
He maintained that Russia is not the party that initiated hostilities.
According to Putin, Russia is willing to negotiate with Europe regarding the resolution of the conflict but contended that the European Union behaves inconsistently, often trying to 'pull Russia along'.
He expressed anticipation that Russia would not make errors based on misplaced trust in its 'so-called partners'.
The Russian leader remarked that Western leaders appear to have forgotten or truly do not understand the character and psyche of the Russian people, particularly concerning the security of their homeland.
Putin indicated that both Russia and the world are closely monitoring the progress of Russian-American negotiations, asserting that Russia maintains a strategic balance with the United States and will develop its naval capabilities with due care and timeliness.
During a tour of the nuclear submarine 'Arkhangelsk' in Murmansk, he asserted that Russian troops maintain the strategic initiative along the entire front line.
Putin suggested that the introduction of temporary administration in Ukraine could enable 'democratic elections and the establishment of a legitimate government', with which Russia could negotiate peace.
He noted that a legitimate government would allow for discussions on a peace agreement that could be recognized globally as reliable and stable.
He expressed uncertainty about with whom Russia could sign such agreements, citing the possibility of changing leadership in Ukraine.
Discussing conflict resolution in Ukraine, Putin referenced historical instances of external governance used in United Nations peacekeeping efforts, citing examples from East Timor, New Guinea, and certain parts of the former Yugoslavia.
According to him, the absence of presidential elections in Ukraine last year has rendered the current civilian authorities illegitimate.
He expressed concerns that this situation could result in neo-Nazi groups effectively taking control of Ukraine.
Putin claimed that Russian forces have liberated 99% of the territory of the self-proclaimed Luhansk People's Republic and over 70% of the territories in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions.
He emphasized that Russia is progressing steadily and 'self-assuredly' towards achieving the objectives of what he termed the 'special military operation'.
He accused European caretakers of encouraging Ukraine to continue fighting to the last Ukrainian, aiming to deliver a strategic defeat to Russia.
He mentioned that former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson convinced Ukrainian leadership to sustain armed conflict.
Putin reiterated Russia's commitment to a peaceful resolution of the Ukrainian conflict, stating that even as the conflict escalated in 2022, they had continued to propose resolving issues through peaceful dialogue.
He maintained that Russia is not the party that initiated hostilities.
According to Putin, Russia is willing to negotiate with Europe regarding the resolution of the conflict but contended that the European Union behaves inconsistently, often trying to 'pull Russia along'.
He expressed anticipation that Russia would not make errors based on misplaced trust in its 'so-called partners'.
The Russian leader remarked that Western leaders appear to have forgotten or truly do not understand the character and psyche of the Russian people, particularly concerning the security of their homeland.
Putin indicated that both Russia and the world are closely monitoring the progress of Russian-American negotiations, asserting that Russia maintains a strategic balance with the United States and will develop its naval capabilities with due care and timeliness.
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