Vladimir Putin: “the war, now in its fifth year, is “progressing according to plan.””

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.

I commend the energy and initiative of the people of Buryatia, and their sincere love for the Motherland.

Moscow is open to peace talks, but only on the basis of “realities on the ground,” rather than what he called “exotic” proposals.

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.