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RUSSIA has accused Europe of preparing for a "major war" following remarks from a senior NATO official who suggested the alliance could initiate "pre-emptive strikes" against Vladimir Putin.
Moscow responded to these claims by blaming the West for "escalating tensions" that are currently spreading across the continent.
Russia has warned NATO they are preparing for a 'major war'Credit: Getty
Donald Trump states that peace talks to resolve the war in Ukraine are 'progressing well'Credit: Getty
This tension arose after Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, chair of NATO’s Military Committee, indicated that the alliance might need to consider pre-emptive strikes, moving away from its current reactive policy.
Putin has been intimidating Europe with military maneuvers and airspace violations for years, and his covert operations are intensifying.
Numerous incidents of fires and explosions have been attributed to the Russian regime.
Recent events also include various attacks and disruptions across the continent.
This increase in interference is prompting NATO to reevaluate its traditional approach to military action, Dragone told the Financial Times.
In response, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova characterized these claims as “an extremely irresponsible step.”
The spokesperson for Putin stated that these remarks reflect “the alliance’s willingness to continue escalating tensions.”
She added: “We view this as a deliberate attempt to undermine efforts to resolve the Ukrainian crisis.”
“Those making such statements should consider the risks and potential consequences, including for the alliance members themselves.”
Denis Gonchar, Russia's ambassador to Belgium, accused NATO of “instilling fear in its population regarding the Kremlin’s non-existent plans to attack alliance countries.”
He charged that NATO was “preparing for a major war with Russia.”
The latest threats from Russia coincide with ongoing peace talks aimed at ending the conflict in Ukraine, which involve European and U.S. officials.
On Monday, Donald Trump remarked that the negotiations were “progressing well.”
Both parties indicated on Sunday that the discussions had been fruitful, with Marco Rubio expressing optimism for further advancements.
Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chair of the NATO Military Committee, has proposed pre-emptive strikes against RussiaCredit: Alamy
Russian strikes continue to devastate Ukraine dailyCredit: EPA
The Kremlin has confirmed that U.S. President Biden’s top envoy, Steve Witkoff, will be traveling to Moscow to meet with Putin on Tuesday as part of Washington's latest effort to end the conflict.
Regarding NATO's potential to strike Russia first, Dragone stated: “We are evaluating all options... Currently, our response to cyber threats is reactive.”
“Becoming more aggressive or proactive rather than reactive is something we are considering.”
Dragone noted that retaliatory cyberattacks would be the simplest option since many NATO member nations possess the capabilities to execute them.
Responding to physical sabotage or drone incursions would be more complex but not impossible.
Volodymyr Zelensky’s war-torn country faces pressure to accept an unfavorable peace dealCredit: Getty
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