The Russian president never mentioned the war, the shelling in Belgorod or the economic problems of the Russian Federation.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin’s speech on New Year’s Eve, January 1, 2024, was the shortest in four years. He spoke for just 3 minutes 45 seconds – 2.5 times less than last year, when the address lasted a record 9 minutes, reports The Moscow Times.
It is noted that in 2020-21 the timing is around 7 minutes. Putin recorded 3-4 minute addresses in 2018-19.
In his speech, Putin never mentioned the war, even as a “special military operation,” and ignored the shelling in Belgorod, which killed 24 people.
He said that Russia will never back down and called on citizens to unite to go to battle. “Working for the common good unites society. We are united in our thoughts, in work and in battle,” Putin said.
He also spoke to military personnel, calling them “heroes” who feel the “support of the entire people,” and said no force can divide the country.
Putin said that the people of Russia are united by “the fate of the Fatherland and a deep understanding of the highest importance of the historical stage through which Russia is passing,” and called the Ukrainian front “the leading edge of the struggle for truth and justice.”
Assessing the past year, Putin for the first time in a long time did not say a word about difficulties or problems. Russians have “done a lot, are proud of their common achievements, rejoiced in victories and stood firm in defense of national interests, freedom and security,” as well as traditional values, the president said.
In conclusion, Putin recalled that 2024 has been declared the year of the family in Russia, and a “real big family” is “one in which children grow.”
He also promised Russians with confidence in development and prosperity.
By the way, the New Year’s address of Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky this year lasted more than 20 minutes.
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Source: korrespondent
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