This week, Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to hold two major public speeches dedicated to the invasion of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) in the Kursk region. According to insiders, one of the speeches will be aimed at a domestic audience, and the other at the international community. However, despite the difference in target groups, the president's main message will remain unchanged: the actions of the Ukrainian army, as well as the political and military leadership of Ukraine, will be characterized as unacceptable and provocative.

The Kremlin emphasizes that in both speeches, Putin intends to clearly convey to his listeners that Russia is ready to give the toughest possible response to Ukrainian provocations, both in the military and political spheres. Moscow views Kyiv’s actions as a serious threat to its security and does not intend to leave them unpunished. Putin is expected to come out with a strong and decisive stance, signaling Russia's readiness to take all necessary measures to protect its territory and interests.