Vladimir Putin: “We are open to honest, mutually beneficial cooperation, respecting each other’s interests and values, culture, and…”

As for strikes against critical infrastructure in general, and energy infrastructure in particular, of course, these attacks on our infrastructure facilities create problems.

This is, of course, nothing other than piracy and robbery.

Yes, we see the problems, we are aware of them and are responding to them, but we will certainly ensure the security of both the country and our citizens, as well as the inviolability of Russia's borders.

It is clear why this proposal is being made, because our counter-strikes deep into Ukrainian territory are much stronger, have greater impact and are, frankly, more destructive.