The Chronology of Terror: Speeches & Decisions That Led to War

The Chronology of Terror: Speeches & Decisions That Led to War

President Putin's Essays, Statements, Executive Orders and SpeechesBy Vladimir Putin
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In "The Chronology of Terror: Speeches & Decisions That Led to War," Vladimir Putin presents a compelling exploration of key moments in geopolitical history that precipitated conflict. This meticulously curated collection of speeches and decisions reveals the intricate interplay between political rhetoric and military action, reflecting a literary style that marries stark realism with an analytical lens. Putin's discourse invites readers to scrutinize the decisions taken by world leaders, contextualized by an urgent call for reflection on the ramifications of their choices'Äîan endeavor resonating with contemporary global tensions, showcasing his deep understanding of power dynamics and psychological warfare. Vladimir Putin, a prominent figure in contemporary geopolitics, has faced the complexities of leadership throughout his career. His experiences as a former KGB agent, politician, and long-serving president of Russia have shaped his worldview and storytelling approach. In this work, he draws not only from his deep-seated knowledge of Russia'Äôs national interests but also from his acute observations of Western political maneuvers, underscoring his motivations to decode history'Äôs cyclical nature. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the intersections of rhetoric, decision-making, and conflict. It serves as both a provocative commentary on past decisions and a sobering examination of how history'Äôs recurring themes continue to shape our present. Readers will find themselves engaging critically with the narratives that have influenced global affairs, making it a crucial addition to the discourse on war and peace.

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GenrePolitics and Government
Length30 hrs 30 mins
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Publish dateDec 26, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1The Chronology of Terror: Speeches & Decisions That Led to War
46Visit to Patriot military-patriotic park, August 15, 2022
2Address by the President of the Russian Federation, September 21, 2022
47Meeting with President of Turkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan, August 5, 2022
3Address by the President of the Russian Federation, February 24, 2022
48Main Naval Parade, July 31, 2022
4Address by the President of the Russian Federation, February 21, 2022
49Vladimir Putin answered media questions, July 19, 2022
5Executive Order on measures implemented in Russian regions following Presidential Executive Order of October 19, 2022, on introducing martial law in the DPR, LPR and the Zaporozhye and Kherson regions, October 19, 2022
50Meeting with Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu, July 4, 2022
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6Executive Order introducing martial law in the DPR, LPR, Zaporozhye and Kherson regions, October 19, 2022
51Vladimir Putin answered journalists’ questions, June 29, 2022
7Executive Order on partial mobilisation in the Russian Federation, September 21, 2022
52Meeting with President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, June 25, 2022
8Signing of treaties on accession of Donetsk and Lugansk people's republics and Zaporozhye and Kherson regions to Russia, September 30, 2022
53BRICS Summit, June 23, 2022
9Signing of documents recognising Donetsk and Lugansk People’s Republics, February 21, 2022
54Meeting with graduates of higher military schools, June 21, 2022
10President signed Federal Law On Ratifying the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between the Russian Federation and the Donetsk People’s Republic, February 22, 2022
55St Petersburg International Economic Forum Plenary session, June 17, 2022 (pt. 1)
11President signed Federal Law On Ratifying the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between the Russian Federation and the Lugansk People’s Republic, February 22, 2022
56St Petersburg International Economic Forum Plenary session, June 17, 2022 (pt. 2)
12Memorandum on fulfilment of the provisions of the Protocol on the results of consultations of the Trilateral Contact Group11
57Meeting on economic issues, June 7, 2022
13Minsk Protocol II. Package of Measures for the Implementation of the Minsk Agreements12
58Interview with Rossiya TV, June 3, 2022
14Joint Statement of the Leaders of the Five Nuclear-Weapons States on Preventing Nuclear War and Avoiding Arms Races, January 3, 2022
59Meeting with families awarded the Order of Parental Glory, June 1, 2022
15Statement by Vladimir Putin on additional steps to de-escalate the situation in Europe after the termination of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF Treaty), October 26, 2020
60Meeting with President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, May 23, 2022
16The ‘Putin Plan’ for settling the conflict in Ukraine, September 3, 2014
61Victory Parade on Red Square, May 9, 2022
17On the Historical Unity of Russians and Ukrainians16
62Meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, April 26, 2022
18Meeting with mothers of military personnel – participants in the special military operation, November 25, 2022
63Meeting on current situation in oil and gas sector, April 14, 2022
19Meeting with members of Government Coordination Council on needs of Russia’s Armed Forces, November 24, 2022
64Joint news conference with President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, April 12, 2022
20Meeting with historians and representatives of Russia’s traditional religions, November 4, 2022
65Meeting with President of the Russian Academy of Sciences Alexander Sergeyev, March 28, 2022
21Meeting with Government Coordination Council on the needs of Russia’s Armed Forces, November 2, 2022
66Address on National Guard Day, March 27, 2022
22Meeting with Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu, October 28, 2022
67Meeting with Government members, March 23, 2022
23Meeting with heads of CIS security and intelligence agencies, October 26, 2022
68Concert marking the anniversary of Crimea’s reunification with Russia, March 18, 2022
24Meeting with members of the Government Coordination Council on the needs of the Russian Armed Forces, October 25, 2022
69Meeting with President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, March 11, 2022
25Meeting of the Security Council, October 19, 2022
70Meeting with Government members, March 10, 2022
26Vladimir Putin answered media questions, October 14, 2022
71Meeting with Security Council permanent members, March 3, 2022
27Russia–Central Asia Summit, October 14, 2022
72Meeting with Sergei Shoigu and Valery Gerasimov, February 27, 2022
28Meeting of the CIS Heads of State Council, October 14, 2022
73Greetings to military personnel and veterans of Special Operations Forces, February 27, 2022
29Russian Energy Week International Forum plenary session, October 12, 2022
74Meeting with Security Council permanent members, February 25, 2022
30Meeting with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi, October 11, 2022
75Meeting with representatives of Russian business circles, February 24, 2022
31Meeting with President of the UAE Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, October 11, 2022
76Greetings on Defender of the Fatherland Day, February 23, 2022
32Meeting with permanent members of the Security Council, October 10, 2022
77Vladimir Putin answered media questions, February 22, 2022
33Meeting with elected heads of regions, October 10, 2022
78Security Council meeting, February 21, 2022
34Meeting with Chairman of the Investigative Committee Alexander Bastrykin, October 9, 2022
79Vladimir Putin answered questions on the article “On the Historical Unity of Russians and Ukrainians”, July 13, 2021
35Meeting on economic issues, October 6, 2022
808th Forum of Russian and Belarusian Regions, July 1, 2021
36Meeting with permanent members of the Security Council, September 29, 2022
81News conference following Russia-US talks, June 16, 2021
37Meeting with the heads of security agencies and intelligence services of the CIS countries, September 29, 2022
82Russian-US talks, June 16, 2021
38Gala concert devoted to the 1160th anniversary of Russian statehood, September 21, 2022
83Interview to NBC, June 14, 2021
39Meeting with top managers of defence industry companies, September 20, 2022
84Opening remarks by Vladimir Putin at the Security Council meeting, July 22, 2014
40Presentation of foreign ambassadors' letters of credence, September 20, 2022
85Message from the President of Russia to the leaders of several European countries, April 10, 2014
41Meeting of the SCO Heads of State Council, September 16, 2022
86Meeting in support of Crimea’s accession to the Russian Federation “We are together!”, March 18, 2014
42Meeting with PRC President Xi Jinping and President of Mongolia Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, September 15, 2022
87Address by President of the Russian Federation, March 18, 2014
43Meeting on economic issues, September 12, 2022
88Vladimir Putin answered journalists’ questions on the situation in Ukraine, March 4, 2014
44Meeting with permanent members of Security Council, September 9, 2022
89The World Order: New Rules or a Game without Rules82
45Eastern Economic Forum plenary session, September 7, 2022
90Press statement following a meeting of Russian-Ukrainian Interstate Commission, December 17, 2013

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