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Putin Delivering Annual Address/Phone-In, Speaks On Economy & Ukraine

RUSSIA

Russian President Vladimir Putin is delivering his annual address/public phone-in, the first since the launching of the invasion of Ukraine (see 0833GMT bullet). On Ukraine, states that 'There will be peace when we reach our goals in Ukraine,' adding that his goals for the 'special military operation' have not changed.

  • Amid the difficulties the EU and US are having in securing continued funding for Ukraine's military and humanitarian aid, Putin states that it 'looks like foreign aid is running out for Ukraine.'
  • States that 'It's either we agree on peace in Ukraine, or we will solve the problem by using force.' claims that there is 'no need for additional military mobilisation today.'
  • On the economy, Putin claims that growth for 2023 will come in at 3.5%, with inflation at 8%.
  • Livestream of presser/phone-in: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uyt6vuSVcj0

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