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Putin Warns on Sunday of Response if NATO-Backed Ukraine Strikes Deep into Russia

Oct 27, 2024, 01:44 PM

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning on Sunday, stating that Russia will respond if Ukraine is allowed to strike deep into Russian territory with long-range Western weapons. Putin emphasized that Ukraine lacks the capability to conduct such attacks independently and suggested that NATO's involvement would be necessary. He expressed hope that NATO countries have heeded his warnings and highlighted that Russia's Ministry of Defense is currently studying various response strategies. Putin warned of the danger of a direct war with NATO. Putin's comments underscore the heightened tensions between Russia and Western nations, particularly regarding the potential escalation of conflict involving long-range missile strikes.