Russia's Ukraine Operation Is A "Success", Says Putin

"The operation is developing successfully and in strict accordance with plans," President Vladimir Putin said at a televised government meeting.

Russia's Ukraine Operation Is A 'Success', Says Putin

We will not allow Ukraine to serve as a springboard for aggressive actions against Russia: Putin

Moscow:

President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that his military campaign in Ukraine was a success and that he would not allow the country to become a "springboard" used to threaten Russia.

"The operation is developing successfully and in strict accordance with plans," Putin said at a televised government meeting, adding Russia had no choice but to send in troops. "We will not allow Ukraine to serve as a springboard for aggressive actions against Russia." 

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