Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:04pm on 31 Dec 2024,Tuesday International
In his New Year address, Russian President Vladimir Putin reassured citizens that their wellbeing remains his top priority, despite economic challenges such as rising prices and the central bank’s high interest rates. Offering no specific promises on the economy or the war in Ukraine, Putin evoked Russia's historic triumphs and emphasized the country's resilience. He praised Russian soldiers fighting in Ukraine as heroes and reaffirmed the importance of Russia's sovereignty. The message was broadcast across Russia’s 11 time zones as Putin celebrated 25 years since he first addressed the nation as acting president.
