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Quotes from On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine — Vladimir Putin

born 1952 Russia

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I think everyone should think about normalising relations and cooperating normally.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

Our goal is not to spin the flywheel of military conflict, but, on the contrary, to end this war.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

Russia is open to dialogue with the Ukrainian side, as well as with everyone who wants peace in Ukraine. But under the condition that all Russian demands are met.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

This is a complete denial of humanity, the overthrow of faith and traditional values. Indeed, the suppression of freedom itself has taken on the features of a religion: outright Satanism.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

The Western community, which I called 'the empire of lies', is trying to impose sanctions on our country.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

We do not see any need here to escalate the situation or worsen our relations.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

It’s apparent that organizing an economic blitzkrieg against Russia and demoralizing our society, taking us by force, didn’t work.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

I want to emphasize again that all responsibility for the possible bloodshed will lie fully and wholly with the ruling Ukrainian regime.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

The West is degenerating into totalitarianism.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

I believe in your support and the invincible force rooted in the love for our Fatherland.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

All our actions, if they arise, always arise exclusively in response to unfriendly actions against Russia.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

Our army does not attack any civilian infrastructure site. We have every capability of knowing what is situated where

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

You know this very well: we have always treated the Ukrainian people with respect and warmth. So it was and so it is, despite today's tragic confrontation.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

You can't trust anyone, just me.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

We have not lost anything and will not lose anything.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

What is the Soviet Union? It’s historical Russia.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

When they won the Cold War, the US declared themselves God's own representatives on earth, people who have no responsibilities -- only interests. They have declared those interests sacred. Now it's one-way traffic, which makes the world unstable.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

The dictatorship of the Western elites is directed against all societies, including the peoples of the Western countries themselves. This is a challenge to all.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

It is difficult for us at the moment. Russian financial companies, major enterprises, small and medium-sized businesses are facing unprecedented pressure.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

I want to emphasize once again. We have no ill intentions towards our neighbors, and I would advise them not to escalate the situation, nor to introduce any restrictions.

On conducting a "special military operation" in Ukraine (2022)

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Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Vladimir Putin (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.