Putin tells BBC Western leaders deceived Russia

During his annual end-of-year televised event, Russian President Vladimir Putin told BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg that Western leaders are responsible for the current geopolitical situation. Putin stated that Western politicians have created the existing tensions and are consistently discussing preparations for war with Russia. He called for greater respect from Western leaders. Putin dismissed claims of Russia planning to attack Europe as "nonsense." The event took place in Russia, with Putin addressing both domestic and international concerns.