2 hours agoParliament gives Putin permission for use of military outside Russia
Periskopi(4 years ago)
(4 years ago)Russia's President Vladimir Putin has received permission from Russian lawmakers to use military forces outside Russia. This is expected to pave the way for the major attack in Ukraine. The chairman of the Parliament's Supreme Chamber has confirmed that the Russian president has demanded permission to use Russian armed forces abroad, [...]
The chairman of the Parliament's Supreme Chamber has confirmed that the Russian president has demanded permission to use Russian armed forces abroad, since he has officially recognised two separatist regions east of Ukraine, the AP writes.
Addressing the Chamber during a part of a session that was broadcast online, one of the deputy defence ministers said Russia has no other choice and requested immediate approval.
