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Putin Denounces Western Arms Support for Ukraine, Hints at Retaliation

Russian President condemns Western military aid to Ukraine and suggests possible asymmetric responses, including arming adversaries of the West.

  • Putin dismissed claims of Russia seeking to attack NATO as 'nonsense' and denied any imperial ambitions.
  • He criticized Germany and the US for allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles on Russian territory.
  • Putin warned of potential asymmetric responses, including supplying similar weapons to regions hostile to the West.
  • He reiterated Russia's nuclear doctrine, stating nuclear weapons could be used if Russia's sovereignty is threatened.
  • Putin expressed skepticism about changes in US-Russia relations regardless of the upcoming US presidential election outcome.
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