Putin, in a conversation with the leaders of Finland and Norway, assessed the current situation in the conflict zone in Ukraine, reminding them of his roots, according to the Kremlin. The Russian president noted that a just and lasting peace in Ukraine is only possible if the interests of the Russian Federation are taken into account. Putin also pointed to the confrontational policies of NATO and the European Union, which are prolonging the conflict in Ukraine.

Putin, in a conversation with the leaders of Finland and Norway, assessed the current situation in the conflict zone in Ukraine, reminding them of his roots, according to the Kremlin. The Russian president noted that a just and lasting peace in Ukraine is only possible if the interests of the Russian Federation are taken into account. Putin also pointed to the confrontational policies of NATO and the European Union, which are prolonging the conflict in Ukraine.