Putin sidekick’s unhinged WW3 rant as he claims: ‘Man is made for war’

The deranged speech of Russian propagandist Solovyev

A controversial Russian propagandist and close ally of Vladimir Putin has delivered a fiery speech glorifying war as “sacred” and asserting that “a man is made for war”, amid escalating rhetoric that raises fears of broader conflict.

Vladimir Solovyov, a prominent state television host, made the remarks in a recent address that has circulated widely online. In the clip, he declared: “War has revealed many things... It has become clear that a man is made for war. In war, everything best comes to the surface... War, by its very nature, is sacred. We are standing against absolute evil. We are Russians – God is with us.”

Vladimir Putin watched Vladimir Solovyov's speech (Image: X)

The speech portrays Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as a divine and existential battle, emphasising Russian exceptionalism and inevitable victory. Analysts have described it as extreme warmongering, especially as diplomatic efforts intensify.

Solovyov, 62, is a key figure on Russia-1, hosting influential programmes known for aggressive anti-Western and anti-Ukrainian commentary.

He has repeatedly threatened nuclear action against NATO, justified the war by invoking “Nazis” in Ukraine, and accused EU and UK sanctions of promoting hatred and undermining Ukrainian sovereignty.

His past statements include suggesting nuclear war is preferable to defeat.

US President Donald Trump (Image: Getty)

The outburst comes as the nearly four-year war, launched by Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022, continues with heavy losses. Western estimates suggest Russian forces have suffered more than 790,000 killed or wounded, while Ukrainian casualties are around 400,000.

Independent Russian sources and media reports indicate even higher Russian tolls, potentially exceeding 1 million total casualties when including severe injuries. Russia occupies approximately 19-20 per cent of Ukrainian territory, including Crimea and parts of Donbas.

Recent US-led diplomacy has raised hopes for peace. President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago on 28 December 2025, following phone calls with Putin.

Mr Trump described talks as progressing, stating Russia and Ukraine are “closer than ever” to a deal, though “thorny” issues persist, particularly over Donbas territory.

A proposed 20-point peace plan includes 15-year US security guarantees for Ukraine, potential referendums on territorial disputes, and European involvement. Mr Zelensky has stressed that any land concessions must reflect Ukrainian public will, while Russia demands recognition of its gains and restrictions on Ukraine’s military. Putin insists on a comprehensive settlement, rejecting temporary ceasefires, as Russian strikes persist.

Solovyov’s bellicose language contrasts sharply with such negotiations, highlighting hardline elements in Russia’s media and political spheres that sustain public support for the war through nationalist and religious framing.

The conflict originated in Russia’s 2014 annexation of Crimea and support for separatists in Donbas, escalating to full invasion in 2022 amid Putin’s claims of “denazification” and NATO threats.

It has caused widespread destruction, displaced millions, and inflicted immense human suffering, with ongoing Russian advances coming at the cost of thousands of lives monthly on both sides while the front lines remain largely stalemated.