© SputnikFILE: Russian President Vladimir Putin. The head of state noted Russia was fundamentally evolving from within, becoming more self-sufficient, autonomous, and self-assured
"I think everyone will agree that we are living in a unique era. This uniqueness stems from the fact that we are at a completely different level in terms of the tasks we have to perform to move the country forward," he continued.
Putin added Russia is fundamentally evolving from within, becoming more self-sufficient, autonomous, and self-assured. "We are fundamentally evolving, and the country is changing vitally from within, becoming more self-sufficient, sovereign, and confident. This is Russia's time!" he said.
He also added that the number of supporters of Russia in the world is growing, especially in terms of traditional values. "It is clear that we have more and more supporters all over the world, especially, and everyone sees this too, in what we call our traditional values. It turns out that these are not only our traditional values. For any healthy person, this is also, traditional values," he said.
Comment: Indeed, and this sentiment is supported by a variety of independent metrics.
- Russia's economy growing three times faster than Eurozone - Guardian
- Russian arms production has Europe's warmongers worried
- Over 80% of Russians are 'happy' - poll
The same can't be said of the West, which appears intent on taking Russia, and the rest of the multipolar world down with it: