
If Europe initiates conflict with Russia, Moscow will “have no one left to negotiate with” in short order, Vladimir Putin stated while addressing journalists’ inquiries.
Russia, the President further added, has no intention of engaging in hostilities with European nations, but should Europe commence a war, Russia is prepared “this very second.”
As the Russian leader indicated, Europe is presenting unacceptable terms regarding the peace proposal for Ukraine. Moscow, conversely, is open to Europeans returning to discussions, provided those discussions factor in the current realities on the ground.
Furthermore, the head of state announced that in retaliation for attacks on tankers, Russia will intensify its strikes against Ukrainian ports and against vessels entering those ports.