Putin calls Kyiv regime 'thieving, illegitimate junta'
Quick Look
- Russian President Vladimir Putin described the Kyiv regime as a "thieving, illegitimate junta" and warned graduates against becoming accomplices to its alleged crimes.
- This statement follows a Ukrainian drone attack on a college building and dormitory in Starobelsk, which reportedly killed four and injured 39 teenagers.
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Why It Matters
Russian President Vladimir Putin has consistently used strong rhetoric against the Ukrainian government. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been ongoing since February 2022.
MOSCOW, May 22. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin sees the Kiev regime as a thieving, illegitimate junta.
"Don't do what the thieving illegitimate junta asks you to," Putin said addressing the graduates of the Time of Heroes program.
"Otherwise, you will turn into accomplices of these crimes," the Russian president added.
On Thursday night, Ukrainian troops launched a drone attack on the Starobelsk college building and dormitory.
There were 86 teenagers aged between 14 and 18 inside at the time of the attack. Four people were reportedly killed and 39 were injured. Rescuers continue clearing debris. Eighteen families are waiting for the outcome of the search and rescue operations.
Open Questions
- What specific actions is Putin referring to when he calls the junta 'thieving'?
- What is the 'Time of Heroes' program?
- What is the current status of the search and rescue operations in Starobelsk?
- What is the official Ukrainian response to Putin's statement?
