Putin Warns Against Foreign Troop Deployment in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that any foreign military presence in Ukraine will be considered a legitimate target for Russian forces.
President Vladimir Putin stated that the deployment of foreign troops within Ukraine poses a direct threat to Russia's national security, declaring that such forces would be treated as legitimate military targets.
The warning was issued during a meeting at the Kremlin with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who are planning an upcoming visit to Kyiv.
These diplomatic engagements follow recent talks held in Abu Dhabi between Russian and Ukrainian representatives, which touched upon the status of contested field areas.
During the discussions, the Russian President proposed the organization of a humanitarian mission originating from the city of Kostiantynivka.
The U.S. envoys noted progress in efforts regarding the exchange of prisoners, as international observers monitor whether these diplomatic initiatives can effectively bring an end to the ongoing conflict.