Russian President Vladimir Putin has made a striking declaration during a meeting with the missile submarine Arkhangelsk crew in Murmansk. He stated that there is strong reason to believe Russian troops are not just going to press the Ukrainian Armed Forces, but could actually 'finish them off.' According to him, throughout the entire line of military contact, Russian troops hold the strategic initiative.
Putin emphasized that Russia is persistently and confidently moving towards its objectives, even as he voiced a preference for peaceful solutions to conflicts – as long as these solutions do not come at Russia's expense. He noted that the root causes of the conflict need to be eliminated and even proposed placing Ukraine under temporary administration to pave the way for new elections and the signing of key accords to settle the dispute.
This bold statement adds a new twist to an already dynamic conflict, sparking debates about the future direction of the confrontation. What do you think of these claims? Stay tuned as the situation unfolds and more insights emerge. 🤔
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Putin says Russia troops could 'finish off' Ukraine armed forces
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