The Russian President warned that soldiers of the military alliance will lose large numbers.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said that it is no secret that NATO soldiers are on the ground in Ukraine and noted that these soldiers are facing extremely grim prospects.
Speaking to supporters and the press after being re-elected for a fifth term as President, President Putin emphasized that Moscow is well aware that the military alliance led by the US is promoting the deployment of soldiers. in Ukraine.
“There is nothing good in this matter, first of all for them, because they die there in large numbers,” Mr. Putin said.
The Russian President also considered the possibility of a full-scale conflict between NATO and Russia, and warned that this possibility cannot be ruled out. “Anything can happen in the modern world…But everyone knows that this will be a short step towards a full-blown World War. I think no one wants that to happen,” he affirmed.
Italy’s M109 self-propelled artillery in position near the Kherson front line, March 15, 2024 (Photo: Getty)
Last month, French President Emmanuel Macron suggested that the West “cannot rule out” the possibility of deploying soldiers to aid Ukraine. He later also described Russia as an “adversary,” but emphasized that Paris would not “wage war with” Moscow.
Commenting on Mr. Macron’s speech, President Putin emphasized that although NATO soldiers in Ukraine are expected to only play an auxiliary role, helping Kiev train soldiers, this “is not much different.” with the role of mercenaries there”. He added that Russia wants France to avoid escalating the conflict and instead find a peaceful solution.
According to Reuters, ahead of the Russian presidential election, Ukraine has stepped up attacks against Russia, shelling border areas and even using proxy forces to try to penetrate the Russian border.
