Putin defends Ukraine’s invasion, says West backing coup in Kyiv led to conflict

At a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin, Vladimir Putin defended Russia’s actions in Ukraine, blaming the West for instigating the conflict. He cited the 2014 Ukrainian revolution and NATO expansion as key factors. Putin advocated for a new world order, moving away from Western-centric models. He also acknowledged China and India’s efforts to resolve the ongoing crisis.