They are constantly trying to drive us into a corner because we have an independent position, because we maintain it and because we tell it like it is and don't engage in hypocrisy. But there is a limit to everything. And with Ukraine, our Western partners have crossed the line, playing the bear and acting irresponsibly and unprofessionally.

I think Russia has already turned the toughest pages in its history. We're only moving forward now, only get stronger.

The Prime Minister [Shindzo Abe] and I will negotiate proceeding from our national interests: the interests of Russia and the interests of Japan. We should find a compromise.

We conducted talks on border issues with our friends in the People's Republic of China for 40 years. There were also issues related to specific territories.

I believe that global common interests are a good foundation for finding solutions together.

Russia's partners should understand it's best not to mess with us.

International terrorists who pursue completely mad objectives such as establishing a world caliphate or something of the sort, are quite adept at disguising their real aims as a struggle for independence in Chechnya.