Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged that recent Ukrainian attacks targeting Russian infrastructure are inflicting damage on the Russian economy and society. In recent weeks, Ukraine has increased its attacks on facilities located deep within Russian territory, with a focus on refineries, storage sites, and pipelines crucial to Russia’s oil and gas exports. According to reports, Ukraine has claimed responsibility for a recent strike on a major refinery in the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk.
The Ukrainian side maintains that these actions are a justified response to the daily bombing of Ukrainian cities by Russian forces. Conversely, Putin stated that the objective of these attacks is to “spread panic” within Russian society. Despite the damage, Putin expressed confidence that the Ukrainian actions will not diminish Russia’s resolve to maintain control over its neighbor.
Regarding the economic impact, the Russian leader stated, “they are certainly causing us damage, but we are recovering quickly. These attacks will not succeed in dividing society.” In response to the escalating situation, Putin announced plans for more significant attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, intended to deter strikes against civilian objects. Furthermore, he called for urgent enhancements to the Russian air defense system and reiterated his rejection of direct peace negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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It’s concerning to hear the direct economic impact of these attacks being acknowledged by the Kremlin.