Boris Johnson: We do not seek to remove Putin from power

Britain is not aiming for regime change in Russia or for ousting President Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said today, adding that London’s goal is to help protect Ukrainians in the war.

“I understand the resentment that people have for Putin and the desire for a change of government (in Russia) is not in itself a defeat … this is the goal of many political democracies,” Johnson said. to Members of Parliament at a government committee hearing.

“But let’s be absolutely clear, this is not the goal of the UK Government and it is very, very important that everyone understands this. We just intend to help protect the people of Ukraine and protect them from a completely barbaric and irrational violence.” .

Source: AMPE

Source: Capital

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