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Putin Warns West and NATO of Serious Consequences Amid Kharkiv Operation

May 28, 2024, 01:20 PM

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning to Western countries and NATO, emphasizing the seriousness of the ongoing conflict. Putin accused the West of provoking the Kharkiv operation, necessitating the establishment of a buffer zone by Russia. He highlighted the potential escalation to a global conflict if Western weapons are deployed to strike Russian territories. Putin specifically cautioned small, densely populated European countries about the consequences of their actions, suggesting that many people could die if Russia responds. The Kremlin reiterated the need to continue its special military operation in response to what it described as the West's 'rabid fervor.'