Putin sets terms for peace: No concessions, only gains for Russia
- Russia is prepared for reasonable compromises with Ukraine to end the war, stated Vladimir Putin. However, the dictator clarified that "we are not discussing concessions or exchanges." - The outcome should favour Russia, he added.
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- We are ready to seek compromises, willing for these reasonable compromises, but currently, I don't want to delve into details, as there are no direct negotiations - said Putin in an interview with "Rossiya 1".
Simultaneously, he emphasised that it is not a matter of concessions or "exchanges." - The outcome must favour Russia, I say this openly, without shame, and it should be based on the reality developing on the battlefield - Putin stated.
According to him, Ukraine has already approached Russia twice with various proposals via Turkey, but "immediately retracted its initiatives."
- Irrational behaviour, which is difficult to predict, and on this basis, no plans can be constructed. Therefore, speaking about whether we will reach an agreement and what we might agree on is simply premature at present - said the dictator.
Erdogan offers assistance in talks
He also added that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, at the BRICS summit in Kazan, proposed resuming dialogue with Kyiv regarding the restoration of the grain corridor and the demining of the Black Sea.
- We have never shied away from this. We have consistently proceeded on the assumption that in any agreements, Russian interests should be considered - noted Putin.
Turkey and China introduce bans
The Russian dictator's statement followed an unannounced move by Turkey to ban its exporters from transporting American products for military purposes to Russia.
According to the "Financial Times", the ban covered 50 "high-priority" items identified by the USA, EU, UK, and Japan as crucial for the Russian arms industry. These include advanced electronics used in missiles and drones, remote control systems, as well as machinery and other devices for the production of weapons.
The Chinese authorities also announced the introduction of export controls from 1st December on products that could be used in the military industry.
In the near future, a list of goods subject to restrictions will be prepared, and exporters will need to disclose the final recipients of the products and their intended field of application. The restrictions will also include drones - noted the Ministry of Commerce of China. This information was announced on the day when Putin held talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the BRICS summit.
