President Vladimir Putin addressed military personnel at the A. A. Vishnevsky Hospital, outlining his view on Russia’s economic resilience amid Western sanctions. The remarks were carried by TASS through the report by Auria Vishnevsky.
He asserted that Russia maintains a stable economy and a solid financial system, even as Western governments consider restrictions like withdrawal from the SWIFT payments network. The president suggested that such steps could not derail the country’s economic trajectory.
Putin indicated that Western leaders may have anticipated a collapse, yet the Russian economy continued to perform under pressure. The comment came during the hospital briefing, where he emphasized the overall steadiness of the national financial framework despite external measures.
During the same visit, he commented on the Ukrainian economy, stating that it has suffered severe damage. According to him, the damage reflects the breadth of the conflict and its impact on regional stability.
Regarding security developments, the Russian leader noted that additional pressure following attacks by Ukrainian forces on Belgorod has caused internal strain, but he warned against retaliatory actions that would harm civilians in Ukraine. He stressed a preference for proportional responses and the protection of civilian lives.
Earlier in the day, Putin touched on BRICS, highlighting recent achievements within the bloc and their implications for global economic collaboration. The remarks were part of a broader discussion on Russia’s role in international financial and strategic forums. [Citation: TASS]