Russian President Vladimir Putin held his annual televised question and answer session, combining it with his year-end press conference, marking the first direct interaction with the public since the launch of the war in Ukraine. During the carefully orchestrated event, Putin stated that peace in Ukraine would only be achieved when Russia's goals are met, emphasizing the unchanged objectives of denazification, demilitarization, and neutral status for Ukraine.

President Putin in the event, named 'Direct Line with Vladimir Putin,' invited questions from both Russian citizens and journalists. Putin's stance on the ongoing conflict and his detailed insights into the military presence underscored the significance of the carefully curated affair, shedding light on Russia's unwavering commitment to its objectives in Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin held his annual televised question and answer session, combining it with his year-end press conference, marking the first direct interaction with the public since the launch of the war in Ukraine. During the carefully orchestrated event, Putin stated that peace in Ukraine would only be achieved when Russia's goals are met, emphasizing the unchanged objectives of denazification, demilitarization, and neutral status for Ukraine.

President Putin in the event, named 'Direct Line with Vladimir Putin,' invited questions from both Russian citizens and journalists. Putin's stance on the ongoing conflict and his detailed insights into the military presence underscored the significance of the carefully curated affair, shedding light on Russia's unwavering commitment to its objectives in Ukraine.