Putin declared Russia's readiness to ensure Ukraine's security

On August 15, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Russia's readiness to work to ensure Ukraine's security during a joint press conference following talks with American leader Donald Trump in Anchorage.

"I agree with President Trump, he spoke about this today, that, of course, Ukraine's security must also be ensured. Of course, we are ready to work on it," he said.

In addition, the Russian president expressed the hope that the negotiations would allow "opening the way to peace" in Ukraine. He added that the Russian side is counting on a constructive perception of this by Kiev and European states.

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At the press conference, Putin noted the fact that Trump is seeking to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. In addition, the Russian leader also stated that he agrees with his American counterpart's statement that the conflict in Ukraine would not have started under his rule in the United States.

A press conference dedicated to the talks between Putin and Trump, which took place on the territory of the Elmendorf-Richardson military base in Anchorage on August 15, began on the same day. The meeting between the heads of state lasted 2 hours and 45 minutes.

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