Russian President Vladimir Putin has emphasized the need for a more stable multipolar world order, attributing the current global security crisis to bloc confrontations and unilateral security pursuits by certain nations. Speaking at the Valdai Discussion Club’s 23rd annual meeting, Putin highlighted that the conflict in Ukraine should be resolved through compromise and negotiations, rather than the defeat of either side. He expressed Russia’s desire for Ukraine to maintain neutrality once the conflict concludes.
Putin argued that the unipolar international system of the past is transitioning to a multipolar order and called for increased collaboration based on the diverse interests of countries. He stated that Russia is prepared to cooperate with other nations to establish a framework for a more stable international system.
In a separate announcement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed the first combat deployment of Ukraine’s domestically developed FP-7 tactical ballistic missile. While details regarding the target or location were not disclosed, Zelenskyy indicated Ukraine’s intention to advance missile production.