Pakistan, Aug. 23 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned Ukraine against attacking Russia's economic infrastructure. He said Moscow would respond by targeting sensitive Ukrainian economic facilities.

According to British media reports, Putin said Ukraine had opened a "Pandora's box" through its attacks. He claimed Kyiv had harmed its own interests by targeting Russia's economy. Therefore, he warned Ukraine to prepare for further Russian strikes.

Meanwhile, Putin said Russia remained ready for peace negotiations with Ukraine. However, he said future talks must reflect the actual situation on the battlefield. He also rejected some proposals presented through mediators. Putin described those proposals as unusual and said Russia wou...