“The United States, having declared victory in the Cold War, declared itself to be the messengers of the Lord on Earth, who have no obligations, but only interests, and these interests are declared sacred,” the Russian leader said.

  • Putin: After the end of the Cold War, the United States declared itself the messengers of the Lord on earth

Putin also said that confidence in world currencies has been undermined by Western countries for the sake of ambition and outdated geopolitical illusions.