Putin offers no compromise on Ukraine, says EU 'robbery' failed
Summary
President Vladimir Putin reiterated uncompromising terms for peace in Ukraine and criticized the European Union for attempting to seize Russian assets. He claimed advances on the battlefield and dismissed Ukrainian readiness for negotiations.
Key Points
- President Vladimir Putin offered no compromise on Russian demands to end the Ukraine war, emphasizing the need for Ukraine to abandon NATO ambitions and give up certain territories.
- Putin accused the European Union of "daylight robbery" for attempting to use seized Russian assets to back loans to Ukraine, warning of serious repercussions.
- He assessed that Russian forces are advancing along the entire front line, while Ukrainian troops are retreating despite Kyiv's claims of fighting back.
- Putin highlighted a slowdown in the Russian economy due to central bank measures and noted a recent interest rate cut amid economic pressures.
