Putin said Russia was acting in the “right direction” in Ukraine as the West, led by the United States, was trying to isolate Russia. Washington denies that it is plotting Russia’s downfall.
Putin said, “I believe that we are working in the right direction, we are protecting our national interests, the interests of our citizens, our people. And we have no other choice but to protect our citizens.” Not an option.”
Asked whether the geopolitical conflict with the West is reaching a dangerous level, Putin said: “I don’t think it’s that dangerous.”