Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a stark warning about the dangerous “point of no return” being approached due to the West’s “selfishness and arrogance.” Putin accused the US and NATO allies of deceiving Moscow over the Ukraine conflict and undermining global stability with actions like withdrawal from strategic treaties. He criticized the Western model of security and called for a new, more stable system to be developed in cooperation with all interested parties, including NATO.
Putin also highlighted the failure of Ukraine and its Western allies to uphold commitments in the 2015 Minsk agreements, leading Russia to intervene in support of Russian-speaking regions in Western Ukraine in 2022. He accused Ukraine of disregarding the peace process and perpetuating violence in Donbass, labeling it as genocide.
The Russian president emphasized the need for genuine dialogue and cooperation to address security challenges in Eurasia and beyond. He expressed readiness to engage in discussions with all parties involved, despite the ongoing tensions and geopolitical conflicts plaguing the international community.