Russian President Vladimir Putin warned today that any sending of European troops to Ukraine would equate to "a war against Russia." This declaration comes at a time of growing tensions between Russia and European countries regarding the conflict in Ukraine.
Putin made this warning while simultaneously guaranteeing that Moscow does not represent any threat to European countries. The message seems intended to reassure European nations, despite the threatening tone regarding the possibility of direct military intervention in Ukraine.
The question of sending European troops to Ukrainian territory has been debated in various European Union countries, with some leaders considering different forms of military support for the Kiev government. Putin's position aims to discourage any movement in that direction.
This warning represents another episode in the escalation of rhetoric between Russia and the West, at a time when the conflict in Ukraine continues and peace negotiations seem distant.
