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Putin Threatens Ukraine with Greater Destruction After 1,000-Kilometer Drone Attack on Kazan, Promises Devastating Retaliation

Dec 22, 2024, 11:33 AM

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning to Ukraine following a drone attack on Kazan, which is located approximately 1,000 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. In his remarks, Putin stated that Ukraine would face even 'greater destruction' as a consequence of its actions. He emphasized that those attempting to destroy Russian assets would encounter severe repercussions at home. Putin also assured that the authorities in Tatarstan would work to restore infrastructure damaged by the attack. He characterized the Ukrainian drone strike as a provocation that would lead to a 'devastating retaliation' from Russia, asserting that Western air defenses are inadequate to prevent Russian missile strikes on major Ukrainian cities.