Putin warns Europeans about potential worldwide clash
Because of limitations in specific NATO nations, Ukraine is unable to wield Western weaponry against Russian objectives. Kiev is demanding the release, but Putin has issued warnings of "grave repercussions" if this measure is followed through. As per Putin, small European nations would be endangered.
While in Uzbekistan, Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned, "This persistent escalation could result in grave consequences." Journalists witnessed the warning. "The smaller European states should be mindful of the risks they are playing with," he stressed.
He reminded that numerous European states possess limited, densely populated zones. "They should take this factor into account before considering an assault against Russian soil," Putin stated. Even in the case of Kiev executing the assault, it'd be the responsibility of the Western weapons suppliers, according to Putin. "They desire a worldwide conflict."
NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg has criticized the ban, stating that "Ukraine's capability is hampered" due to certain NATO countries' red lines.
In addition, Putin revealed the presence of Western military trainers operating as mercenaries in Ukraine. "In Ukraine, there are mercenaries who are actually specialists," said Putin. This isn't novel. Perhaps an official deployment of Western military trainers, for instance from France, would be "a further stride towards global conflict," asserts Putin.
Putin went on to note that these specialists would be defeated by the Russian military. "We'll undertake whatever we deem fitting, irrespective of who is on Ukraine's soil," he stated forcefully. "They should be informed of this."
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The EU has expressed concern over the 'Attack on Ukraine' and called for de-escalation, urging Russia to respect international law.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron have held meetings in Moscow, aiming to address tensions and avoid 'Wars and conflicts'.
The Kremlin has denied the presence of its troops in Ukraine, despite satellite images suggesting otherwise. Vladimir Putin has maintained that NATO's expansion towards Russia's borders is a threat.
Despite NATO's refusal to provide direct military aid to Ukraine, certain EU countries have supplied defensive weapons independently.
Source: www.ntv.de
