Putin on Ukraine:
We proceeded from the premise that civilian infrastructure facilities could not be targets for any attacks, including in a situation of military conflict.
Unfortunately, we turned out to be wrong. Our opponent, our enemy, thinks in a different manner, and they attack purely civilian infrastructure.
That is why we were forced, we were compelled to make a reciprocal attack.
Evidently, our response was significant and tangible for those who opened that Pandora’s box.