‘How to talk with terrorists?' Putin asks, Lavrov says ‘Don't fall for Ukraine's dirty tricks!' - The Economic Times Video
Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned recent deadly terrorist attacks on railway lines in Bryansk and Kursk, accusing Ukraine's leadership of ordering attacks targeting civilians. He described Kyiv's regime as degenerating into a terrorist organisation and doubted the value of peace talks with such a government. Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov emphasiszed ongoing direct talks with Ukraine, stressing the need to maintain communication channels despite provocations and urging all means to achieve Russia's military goals.
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