Putin Claims Ukraine’s Allies Will Fight Russia Until the Last Ukrainian
Putin Warns Ukraine’s Allies of Fighting Russia until Last Ukrainian
In a recent Security Council meeting held via video conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed Ukraine’s troop and equipment losses. Putin expressed his concerns about the increasing involvement of Ukraine’s Western allies in the ongoing conflict, stating that they seem to have decided to fight Russia until the last Ukrainian.
While acknowledging that countries can provide equipment to Ukraine, Putin emphasized the limitations when it comes to boosting troop strength. He criticized the willingness of Ukraine’s allies to push Ukraine into a prolonged battle with Russia.
On the other side, Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu provided an update on the situation. He noted that the Ukrainian army has suffered significant losses in the past 16 days of active clashes. Shoigu stated that the enemy has reduced its activity and is currently focused on regrouping its troops.
Despite these losses, Shoigu affirmed that the Ukrainian army still possesses the capability to continue counter-attacks in certain areas. Moreover, he revealed that Russia is in the process of creating a reserve army to strengthen their military presence. The formation of this reserve army is expected to be completed by the end of June, with additional strategic plans for the near future.
Shoigu highlighted recruitment efforts in the Russian Armed Forces, stating that 114,000 individuals have been enlisted under direct contracts, and more than 50,000 volunteers have joined the military. He also mentioned that an average of 1,336 people per day are applying for contracted military service.
The escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine have raised concerns globally. As Ukraine’s allies consider their options, Putin’s warning serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of further involvement in the conflict. Ultimately, the situation remains unpredictable, and the world watches intently to see how it unfolds.
