Putin Declares European Troop Deployment in Ukraine Would Lead to War
By Editor • September 12, 2026 • 1 min read
In a stark warning on September 11, 2026, President Vladimir Putin asserted that any European troop presence in Ukraine would constitute a direct act of war against Russia. Speaking to Russian news agencies, he emphasized that his country does not pose a threat to Europe, despite ongoing tensions.
"Currently, there are discussions among European leaders about sending troops to Ukrainian territory," Putin remarked. He labeled this potential move as a significant escalation, stating, "That means a war against Russia." He further dismissed the notion that Russia harbors any aggressive intentions towards European nations.
Putin criticized European leaders for allegedly instilling fear in their citizens regarding a nonexistent threat from Russia, claiming, "This threat does not exist and has never existed." He reiterated that Russia's military actions in Ukraine, which began in February 2022, were justified by the perceived dangers posed by NATO's expansion towards its borders—a concern that has long fueled the Kremlin's narrative.
Source: www.thehindu.com
