The Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed On Thursday to continue fighting against what he described as nationalists in Ukraine and said the Kremlin could add to its demand at negotiations if Kyiv stall talks.
“Russia intends to continue the uncompromising fight against militants of nationalist armed groups,” Putin said according to a read out call with french leader, Emmanuel Macron adding that attempts to slow conflict talks would only lead to additional demands on Kyiv negotiating position.
Putin also told macron he disagreed with a speech the french leader gave the day before about Ukraine.