Putin's Warning: Respect Russia or Face Consequences

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Friday that Moscow would not launch new attacks on other nations if his country is treated 'with respect.' During his annual televised press conference in Moscow, Putin emphasized that there would be no 'special military operations' if Russia's interests are observed, referring to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

He expressed readiness to end the war in Ukraine peacefully but provided few details on potential compromises. Putin claimed that Russian troops are currently making advances, asserting that they will achieve their goals if Ukraine does not agree to Russia's terms.

Meanwhile, the European Union has approved a loan of over $105 billion to support Ukraine amidst the ongoing war. The press conference featured over 2.5 million submitted questions, reflecting the significant public interest in the situation.