Putin denies Russian military plans against Europe
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on La Nouvelle Tribune
Vladimir Putin said that Russia was not preparing any military action against Europe, as fears of a Russian offensive fuel public debate. The Russian president made the remarks on the sidelines of the International Culture Forum in St Petersburg, according to La Nouvelle Tribune.
Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected any intention of launching military action against European countries. He was responding to recurring accusations from European leaders during a press conference held on the sidelines of the International Culture Forum in St Petersburg, according to statements reported from the event.
Vladimir Putin said that several European countries claim to fear aggression from the Russian Federation and are preparing for possible fighting for that reason. The Russian president provided no timetable and did not specify which accusations he was responding to.
