Lavrov warns direct European attack on Russia would be 'completely different and very short' war
Russia's foreign minister said Moscow has no intention of attacking Europe but warned of severe consequences if the bloc initiates armed conflict.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that if Europe launched a direct attack on Russia, the resulting conflict would be "completely different and very short," according to comments reported by Anadolu Agency. Lavrov stated that Russian officials had repeatedly emphasized Moscow's lack of intention to attack Europe.
The remarks came amid ongoing tensions between Russia and Western nations over the conflict in Ukraine. Lavrov's warning appears aimed at deterring potential European military intervention in the Russia-Ukraine war.
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- If Europe attacks Russia, war will be 'completely different and very short': Lavrov — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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