On December 19, Russian President Vladimir Putin held his traditional direct Q&A session and large press conference in Moscow. During the nearly 4.5-hour-long event, the head of state made significant statements on numerous topics ranging from military capabilities to spirituality and his personal life. Below are the key highlights from this interaction.
Drone Warfare and the Modern Army
According to Vladimir Putin, the situation on the front is now defined by high technologies. Although there might be shortages regarding certain heavy enemy drones (for instance, the "Baba Yaga"), the Russian army maintains superiority across almost all fronts in terms of total numbers.
- Flow of Volunteers: Over 400,000 people signed military service contracts last year.
- Drone Operators: The number of individuals willing to serve in newly established drone units is so high that the Ministry of Defense has introduced a special selection process. Interestingly, students are even participating in battles using remote technologies during their vacations.
International Politics: NATO and the Kaliningrad Issue
The president sharply criticized the statements made by NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, accusing him of lacking professionalism.
“If the U.S. does not consider us an adversary, then why is Rutte preparing NATO for war against Russia?” Putin posed this question.
While discussing the potential blockade of the Kaliningrad region, he warned that such actions could lead to an “unprecedented level of conflict” and escalate non-nuclear threats into a fully armed confrontation. He dismissed claims of Russia’s alleged plans to attack Europe as "nonsense."
Morality, Occultism, and Personal Life
The session also addressed spiritual and moral matters in depth:
- God and Religion: Putin stated that he believes God is one and does not divide people into different churches or religions.
- Fighting Against Occult Practices: The president described occultism, satanism, and witchcraft services as “dark corners” that cause significant harm to society's spirit and emphasized the need for careful measures against them.
- Secret Outings: Putin admitted that he occasionally drives a car around Moscow without traffic police escorts to observe changes in the city.
Pursuit of Peace
Vladimir Putin expressed that Russia is always ready to cooperate with the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States on the basis of equality and mutual respect. According to him, if nations protect each other's interests and demonstrate respect, there will be no wars in the future.
Do you agree with Vladimir Putin's views on establishing peace in the coming year?
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