Putin on the wires speaking about Russia’s economy:

• Consumer demand jumped by 1t roubles in recent weeks
• Russia is fighting for its sovereignty, future
• West trying to drive wedges in Russian society
• Adjustment will temporarily boost inflation, unemployment
• Private sector key to overcoming economic crisis
• Increasing supply is key to reducing inflation
• Won't need to print money to cover additional spending
• Loss of access to imported components is a problem