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Moscow
Updated Thursday, February 29, 2024-10:53
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he warns NATO that the consequences of sending troops to Ukraine will be "tragic."
In addition to pointing out that Russia has "weapons that can reach its territory."
In his annual speech to Parliament he called accusations that Moscow is considering attacking Europe "nonsense."
"They have begun to talk about the possibility of sending NATO military contingents to Ukraine, but we remember the fate of those who once sent troops to the territory of our country. But now the consequences for potential interventionists will be much more tragic," Putin said during the state of the nation address to both houses of the Russian Parliament.
These words refer to the statements of French President Emmanuel Macron, who on Monday suggested that sending troops to Ukraine should not be ruled out.
The president also indicated his willingness to talk with the United States about strategic stability, but rejected any attempt to force Russia into talks.
During his speech, Putin said Russia had used advanced weapons systems, including Zircon hypersonic missiles, and was maintaining the military advantage in Ukraine.