The Kremlin accuses Johnson of lying: Putin did not threaten him with a missile strike

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has described former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's allegations regarding Putin's "threat" with what he called a "missile strike" as lies.

According to Russia Today channel, Peskov said in a press statement today, Monday: “What Mr. Johnson said is not true, and more precisely, it is a lie. Moreover, I say that it is either a conscious lie, and at that time one must inquire about the purpose for which he lies, Or an unconscious lie, in which case he did not understand what President Putin was talking about, and then it becomes a little uncomfortable for those who are talking to us.

Peskov confirmed his knowledge of what was discussed during this conversation, and said: “I solemnly repeat once again: this is a lie. There were no threats of missile strikes.” Speaking about the challenges facing Russia’s security, President Putin indicated that if Ukraine joined (NATO) The possibility of NATO or American missiles being deployed on our borders will mean that any missile will reach Moscow within minutes.

Johnson had said that Putin threatened him with a missile strike during a phone call before the war on Ukraine, adding in an interview with the BBC: "He threatened me at one point, and Boris said I don't want to hurt you, but with a missile it will only take one minute." ".

Johnson continued: "I think with the calm tone he used and the seeming indifference in him, he was just playing games."

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