Putin Issues Stark Warning to Europe: Russia Will Crush You in War
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MOSCOW, Russia - In a stark warning to European powers, President Vladimir Putin stated that if they initiate a conflict with Russia, Moscow is prepared to fight and would emerge victorious, rendering Europe unable to negotiate a peace deal. The warning comes as the Russia-Ukraine conflict enters its fourth year, with both sides suffering heavy losses. Despite Ukraine's smaller size and European support, Russia has yet to secure a decisive victory. Putin's comments were sparked by reports that Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto had expressed concerns about a potential European war against Russia. Putin clarified that Moscow does not seek conflict with Europe, but warned that if war were to break out, the outcome would be swift and decisive. The Russian president also suggested that Russia's actions in Ukraine have been targeted and surgical, unlike the full-scale war that would ensue if European powers were to engage with Russia. Putin further accused European powers of hindering U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to broker peace in Ukraine by proposing terms unacceptable to Moscow. In a separate development, Putin threatened to sever Ukraine's access to the Black Sea in response to drone attacks on Russian tankers. This escalation raises concerns about the conflict's potential to expand beyond Ukraine's borders. The Russia-Ukraine conflict has resulted in significant losses, with over 1.2 million Russian and Ukrainian men reportedly killed, although neither side has officially disclosed their casualties.
