Vladimir has sought to justify Russian mass missile strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure by claiming the 'Ukrainians started it' by blowing up a Russian-held bridge to Crimea.Speaking earlier today at a grandiose Kremlin reception to recognise several Russian servicemen as 'Heroes of Russia' for their efforts in Ukraine, the Russian president told reporters: 'There is a lot of noise now about our strikes on the energy infrastructure [of Ukraine]. Yes, we are doing it. 'But who started it? Who struck the Crimean bridge?' Putin quipped, clutching a glass of champagne as he shuffled awkwardly from side to side, looking unsteady on his feet.
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