Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a special address to the Russians, announced that he had decided on a special military operation in the Donbass. The head of state noted that Russia's plans do not include the occupation of Ukraine. Putin: Russian will strive for the demilitarization of Ukraine. Putin: Made a decision on Special Military Operation in Donbass. Putin: Russia Respects and will respect the sovereignty of the CIS Countries, Example - Kazakstan. Putin on Ukraine's statement on Nuclear Weapons: RF will not allow it to be done. Putin: Leading NATO countries support Neo-Nazis in Ukraine. Putin: Should ... (full story)