Putin said said the US “declared victory in the Cold War and later came to think of themselves as God's own messengers on planet Earth.” 9News
showpiece investment conference that the country’s economy will overcome “reckless and insane” sanctions while condemning the United States for acting like “God’s own messengers on planet Earth.”
Russia came under a wide array of sanctions after sending troops into Ukraine in February. Hundreds of foreign companies also suspended operations in Russia or pulled out of the country entirely."Russian enterprises and government authorities worked in a composed and professional manner,” he said. Putin also vehemently defended his country's actions in Ukraine. Russia has contended its neighbour posed a threat because of its desire to join the NATO military alliance.
“This is predetermined by the courage and heroism of our warriors, the consolidation of Russian society, whose support gives strength and confidence to Russia’s army and navy, the profound understanding of the rightness and historic justice of our cause."
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