Putin Says Ready For Peace But Russia Will Continue Striking Ukraine | Spotlight
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Russian President Vladimir Putin declared that Russia wants a prospective peace deal in Ukraine to secure a “long-term and sustainable peace, reliably ensuring the security of everyone. He added that peace talks should resume as soon as possible, stating that Ukraine and its Western allies aren’t ready for it. Putin vowed that Russia will continue pursuing its objectives until Ukraine shows readiness for a settlement. Putin's statement came a day after Russian forces struck a major energy facility in Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv. The attack plunged millions into darkness, cutting heat and electricity amid freezing winter conditions.
