The traditional New Year greeting or opportunity to defend his record. The Kremlin leader thanked his countrymen for having "defended the interests of Russia," vibrating the patriotic.
"The love of the motherland is one of the most powerful and most comforting feeling," said Vladimir Putin. "This is fully manifested in the fraternal support to the inhabitants of the Crimea and Sevastopol, when they resolutely decided to return home. This event will mark a milestone for ever in our history. "
Meanwhile, in Berlin, German Chancellor gave his version of the story and highlighted the importance of respecting international law.
"There is no doubt that we want security for Europe and Russia, not against Russia," Merkel said. "But just as there is no doubt that in Europe we can not and will not accept a so-called law of the jungle that violates international laws."
The two leaders will confront their view on January 15 at a meeting in Kazakhstan in the presence of Petro Poroshenko, Ukrainian President and Francois Hollande.
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