Putin: Western troops in Ukraine are 'legitimate targets' DW 09/05/2025
Russia will treat Western or NATO forces in Ukraine as a threat and legitimate targets and opposes their presence while pledging to protect its security.
What's behind Putin's remarks on Ukraine's EU membership? DW 09/04/2025
Russia won't oppose Ukraine joining the EU but strongly opposes NATO membership, preferring to block swift security guarantees while seeking control over Donbas.
Putin blames West for Ukraine war at China-led SCO summit
Putin blames NATO and Western policies for provoking the Ukraine war and defends Russia's military campaign, insisting security concerns must be addressed for lasting peace.
Putin says NATO enlargement has to be addressed for Ukraine peace
Putin ordered a large-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 and demands NATO stop eastward expansion and security guarantees as conditions for peace.
