Putin Issues Strong Warning Against Western Supply of Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned Western nations that supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles would draw them directly into the conflict, drastically escalating the war’s scope and intensity. Speaking on Russian state television, Putin stated that allowing Ukraine to strike Russian territory with Western-made missiles, such as the US ATACMS and British Storm Shadows, would require NATO’s direct involvement in the war.
Putin argued that Ukraine cannot independently target and program these advanced weapons, meaning NATO personnel would inevitably be involved, leading to what he described as the “direct participation” of the United States and European countries in the conflict. He emphasized that such actions would fundamentally alter the nature of the war.
“If this decision is taken, it will mean nothing less than direct involvement of NATO countries, which will significantly change the very essence of the conflict,” Putin declared.
The Russian President also hinted at potential retaliatory measures without specifying details but referenced the possibility of arming adversaries of the West and deploying missiles closer to US and European territories.
As tensions rise, this warning from Moscow adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing conflict, with global implications depending on the West’s next move.
