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Putin Promises Peace, Dismisses European Attack Claims

12/19/2025

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Russian President Vladimir Putin stated there will be no new wars after Ukraine if Russia is treated with respect.
He dismissed claims of a planned attack on Europe as "nonsense" during a televised event.
He outlined peace terms requiring Ukrainian forces to withdraw from occupied regions and abandon NATO aspirations.
He said the resolution lies with Western leaders and Ukraine's government.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin stated there will be no new wars after Ukraine if Russia is treated with respect.
He dismissed claims of a planned attack on Europe as "nonsense" during a televised event.
He outlined peace terms requiring Ukrainian forces to withdraw from occupied regions and abandon NATO aspirations.
He said the resolution lies with Western leaders and Ukraine's government.