“If the head of Ukraine is illegitimate, then the entire system of power is illegitimate as well,” – said Putin

If the head of state in Ukraine is illegitimate, then the entire system of power in the country becomes illegitimate.

This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

“If the head of state is illegitimate, then the entire system of power becomes illegitimate,” the Russian leader emphasized.

Putin also stated that he is ready to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the final stage of negotiations, to “put an end” to the process. However, he stressed that the final document must be signed by legitimate authorities.

Earlier, Zelensky had declared that only the President of Ukraine has the right to negotiate on territorial matters with Russia.

“Discussing territories is something that concerns only me and Putin. I will not share my position on this with anyone else,” Zelensky emphasized.