International security

Russia not seeking confrontation but will defend its interests - Putin

Russia is not seeking confrontation but will defend its national interests, Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an interview with Swiss broadcaster RTS on Monday.

"Russia takes no interest in seeking confrontation with other countries. But sometimes we simply have to defend our interests. And we will undoubtedly do it, but not in a confrontational manner but thorough finding compromises and mutually acceptable solutions," he said.