Russia (bbabo.net), - Russian President Vladimir Putin, in an address to the citizens of the country, recalled that Russia has always respectfully cooperated with Ukraine, but in return received claims and gas blackmail.

"Despite the well-known problems, Russia has always cooperated with Ukraine openly, honestly and with respect for its interests. Our ties have developed in various fields," he said.

At the same time, according to the president, it was evident that the Ukrainian authorities preferred to act in such a way that they would have all the advantages in relations with Russia, but not have any obligations. "Instead of a partnership, a dependent attitude began to prevail. And sometimes the official Kiev authorities acquired an absolutely unceremonious character," he stressed.

As an example, Putin cited gas blackmail and theft of fuel from a transit pipe.

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