Putin: We are concerned about the situation in the Middle East/ Is NATO’s presence on Russia’s borders fair?

According to Isna, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday and during his press conference on the final day of the 16th BRICS meeting in Kazan, Russia: “It is important that all the goals set in BRICS are implemented in line with the spirit of this group. Such a spirit has made us examine many issues.”

Regarding the final statement of the BRICS meeting in Kazan, Russia, he said: “Creating a world in line with the UN Charter and international laws is vital. BRICS member countries are committed to deepening their economic relations. Banking relations between these countries will expand.”

The Russian President added: “During the Kazan meeting, my colleagues and I discussed the economic growth of the BRICS countries, the global South and East Asia. Next year, Brazil will be the rotating chairman of BRICS.

He clarified: “Many plans were presented in various fields for cooperation between the BRICS member countries. In Kazan, we announced that BRICS is not a separate part of the world and countries aligned with BRICS can join this group. BRICS has no choice but to respond to the demands of the international community. In this regard, BRICS will create a group of aligned countries for interested countries to join.

Putin added: “This meeting is over, I thank all my peers and colleagues for holding this meeting. During Russia’s chairmanship of BRICS, we received extensive support and we appreciate it. We will continue to work closely with all our BRICS counterparts.”

We are not looking to create a structure against Swift

In response to Russian TV’s question about economic cooperation between BRICS member countries and the creation of a new financial payment structure, he answered: “We are not looking to create a structure in front of SWIFT. But all member countries seek to use their national currencies and we all use our own internal banking structures. “Now we are not looking to create a separate financial structure, and at this moment, the current solutions are enough.”

We will invite potential countries to join the group of BRICS partner countries

Putin also responded to the question of the Russian network “Ryanovsti” about the presence of new BRICS member countries including Iran and the desire of many countries to cooperate closely with BRICS at the Kazan meeting and added: “Our message at the Kazan meeting is that the countries interested in cooperating with BRICS are In the first stage, we are looking for the creation of partner countries, and this list has been prepared and the BRICS member countries have submitted their proposals. We will invite prospective countries to join the group of BRICS partner countries. It is unethical to clarify the work list before receiving the answers of the mentioned countries.

The war in Ukraine must end with a diplomatic solution

In response to another question about the war in Ukraine and the talks held at the Kazan meeting, the Russian president said: “Everyone believes that the war in Ukraine should end with a diplomatic solution. The countries of China and Brazil have presented their proposal and all the member countries supported this approach and we appreciate the desire of the member countries to end this conflict peacefully.

Ukrainian forces are surrounded in Kursk

In response to a question about the West’s claim about the presence of North Korean forces in the war in Ukraine, he said: “According to the strategic agreement made with North Korea and the fourth clause of this agreement, Russia and North Korea will decide on any developments in the war process.”

Putin further pointed to the penetration of Ukrainian forces into the Kursk region of Russia and added: “Ukrainian forces are surrounded in Kursk.”

Russia-US relations depend on Washington

He also stated about his relationship with former US President Donald Trump: “Many claims have been made about my relationship with Trump, and many of these claims have been denied. But the relations between Russia and America after the presidential election of this country depends on Washington. If America seeks constructive relations with Russia, we will do the same. This issue depends on the future administration of the United States.”

In response to a question about Trump’s claim about Putin’s threat to attack Moscow, the Russian president stated: “It is possible to threaten anyone by anyone, but I do not remember such a conversation or threat.” Considering the US election, I advise you not to take such claims seriously. But Mr. Trump’s recent statements indicate his desire to end the war in Ukraine, and I know he is serious about this.”

He added: “We are receiving numerous messages from our Western counterparts, any claims about Russia not wanting to talk to its European counterparts are false. “Whoever is looking for dialogue with Russia, we will talk with him.”

Independent structures should be created for investment in Africa

In the continuation of his press conference, in response to a question about the spread of terrorism in the African continent, which has been formed with the aim of creating chaos in this continent, and the time has come to deepen Russia’s all-round relations with the countries of the African continent, Putin stated: “I completely agree, Measures are being taken in BRICS. Independent structures should be created for investment in Africa that cannot be affected by external changes.

Is the presence of NATO on the border of Russia fair?

In response to the BBC’s question about the final statement of the 16th BRICS meeting and the request of the member countries of this group to establish a just world order in the world and the contradiction of these “slogans” with “Russia’s actions in the last 2 and a half years in Ukraine” and the claim of the British intelligence service for Causing Chaos in England stated: “Russia did not receive a response to its constant proposals to stabilize Ukraine, and Russia’s Western counterparts always sought to ignore Russia’s will and impose their position on Russia, and they wanted Russia to be a second-rate country. Russia could not grow if it lost its territorial integrity and respect, and the only way to grow is to create independent mechanisms, and BRICS member countries respect Russia’s independence and Russian culture, and we respect them too.

Putin added: “I have to say about justice and security, what exactly is justice?” Recent developments during the Covid-19 pandemic showed us that the United States printed 6 trillion dollars of money, European countries also did the same and by providing this liquidity to the world, they bought basic materials, including food. This led to massive inflation around the world. They abused their exclusive position in the global financial structure and drained the global market of essential items. Is this justice? No, and we, the BRICS member countries, are looking to change this issue.

He clarified: “Is it fair that for many years Western countries ignored Russia’s request not to expand NATO to the East?” Is the presence of NATO on the border of Russia fair? Is the creation of a military base by NATO in Ukraine or the facilitation of coups in foreign countries, including Ukraine, justice? Is it justice to violate the agreements made? We told them that the expansion of NATO to the east of the world is dangerous and we asked them not to do this. But they ignored Russia’s request and we are looking to change this injustice.”

Following the claim of the British intelligence service about Russia’s desire to create chaos in European countries, Putin said: “The internal conditions in European countries, including England, and the internal protests in these countries originate from their lack of economic growth. They (Europeans) are weakening their economy based on their political demands. With the push of a button, they can activate the Nord Stream gas lines, but Europe, including Germany, has made such decisions based on their political goals. “Russia has no role in these decisions.”

He added: “This claim is an attempt to blame Russia and ignore the wrong policies of Europe. America is taking advantage of the current situation. For example, they are advancing climate change policies without considering current technologies or developing countries and even developed countries and are imposing these policies on countries that cannot operate without fossil fuels. We have to look at the achievements of Western countries’ policies. See different tensions. Look at the Middle East and Ukraine. “We have no role in this escalation of tensions, but the West is always escalating tensions.”

We are concerned about the situation in the region

In response to a question about the alleged reports about Russian assistance to Iran against any attack by the Zionist regime, the Russian president said: “We are concerned about the situation in the region. Russia wants to reduce tensions, and if tensions escalate, new problems will arise. Regarding Iran, it should be said that we have close relations with the leaders of Iran and both countries believe that an understanding should be reached and the escalation of tensions should be avoided. “On the sidelines of the BRICS meeting, they all emphasized on de-escalation in West Asia.”

In response to a question about the disregard of UN resolutions by the Zionist regime and the threats of this regime against Iran’s nuclear and oil facilities and the issue of whether the BRICS countries should not intervene in support of Iran, Lebanon and Gaza and against the West in the Middle East. “No one in the Middle East wants the escalation of tensions in the region,” said Kond Ya Khair. Everyone in the Middle East is upset and worried about the situation in Gaza. Regarding the ignoring of the UN resolutions and the current situation, it should be said that the main reason is the failure to form an independent Palestinian state, and the UN resolutions must be implemented.”

The leader of the Kiev regime rejected any agreement

Regarding any talks with Ukraine, Putin said: “We reached a peace agreement in 2022, and the Ukrainian delegation accepted this agreement, but the leader of the Kiev regime rejected any agreement. Do they have to say what they want? Do they want agreement and peace? They are not looking for peace, they want to win, but Ukraine is losing its forces. I’m not sure if they will win or not, they have to see the reality on the ground and the conditions on the ground dictate that Kyiv start peace talks, but the leaders of Kyiv don’t see that reality.”

The Russian president continued: “Russia is ready to accept the peace proposal based on the conditions on the ground.”

We have good relations with Saudi Arabia

In response to a question about establishing a governance structure in BRICS to establish “more coordination” between the member states, he said: “BRICS structures must be developed and my colleagues and I are working on this issue. All BRICS member countries want to develop and expand their relations with each other and a framework for BRICS activities should be created. BRICS Development Bank is investing in many projects and this issue is important for many countries including Saudi Arabia, China, Russia and India. “We have good relations with the crown prince of Saudi Arabia and the king of this country.”

America is supporting the opposition leaders in Venezuela

In response to a question about the differences between Brazil and Venezuela and the possibility of Caracas joining BRICS, Putin said: “It is unethical to provide any information about the possibility of new countries joining BRICS before it is determined, but in response to your question about Brazil’s approach to internal conditions Venezuela I must say that Russia and Brazil do not have the same views on the internal developments in Venezuela. Venezuela is fighting for its independence. America is supporting the opposition leaders in Venezuela. Maduro won the election legally and morally. But for any new country to join BRICS, all BRICS members must agree, and without the agreement of all member countries, no new country will become a member.”

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