President Putin commends the Russian military's achievements, emphasizing unity and strength.
Notably, Putin avoids explicit mention of the conflict in Ukraine during his scaled-back New Year's Eve address.
Putin announces a thematic focus on the family for the upcoming year, a departure from previous military-centric speeches.
The traditional Kremlin backdrop returns, contrasting last year's setting where Putin stood with uniformed soldiers.
Putin asserts Russia's capability to tackle formidable tasks and vows not to back down, highlighting resilience.
Stressing the indissoluble bond of the nation, Putin calls for unity, emphasizing the strength that comes from staying together.
Addressing those fighting for truth and justice, Putin hails them as heroes, expressing pride and admiration for their courage.