Steve Rosenberg: Lasting image of Russia's economic forum is plume of smoke over St Petersburg
Summary
During the International Economic Forum in St Petersburg, Ukrainian drones attacked the city, causing thick smoke and damaging infrastructure. President Vladimir Putin rejected Ukraine’s proposal for peace talks and emphasized Russia’s strength despite ongoing war and sanctions.Key Facts
- Ukrainian drones attacked St Petersburg during the economic forum, creating a large plume of black smoke.
- Local officials confirmed infrastructure was damaged but did not provide details.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sent an open letter to President Putin, proposing a peace meeting in a neutral country.
- President Putin called Zelensky’s letter rude and refused to meet, urging Russian soldiers to continue fighting.
- Putin claimed Russia’s economy is stable despite war and sanctions.
- The war between Russia and Ukraine is in its fifth year with heavy losses for Russia.
- Long-range Ukrainian drones are increasingly striking deep inside Russian territory.
- Russian officials at the forum echoed Putin’s hardline stance on the conflict.
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