Zakharova, the spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, warned journalists about any possibility of a European attack on Russia and stated that if such an attack occurs, a completely different and very short war will ensue.
Russia's Defensive Capability
She also referred to the words of Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, and emphasized that Moscow poses no threat to European countries and has no intention of threatening them. Zakharova noted that Russia has full capability to counter any aggression, and this can be seen as a key point in Moscow's foreign policy.
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Emphasis on Cooperation Instead of Hostility
Alexey Zhuravlyov, the First Deputy Chairman of the Defense Committee of the State Duma of Russia, previously emphasized that European countries are unable to acknowledge their mistakes towards Russia and that cooperation with Moscow would be more beneficial for them than hostility. These statements reflect a new approach that some Russian officials are referring to, especially as tensions have increased on the international stage.
Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin spokesperson, also emphasized that Moscow does not extort any country and is not considered a threat to European countries. He also referred to the absence of serious disputes between Russia and European countries, stating: "We neither threaten anyone nor extort from anyone."
NATO's Role in Tensions
Peskov further pointed to the provocative role of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in Europe, stating that this alliance remains a factor of confrontation and no changes in its nature are observed. These statements indicate Moscow's concerns about NATO's activities and their impact on international relations.
He also referred to anti-Russian sanctions, stating that these sanctions have been approved by the United States and will not help restore relations between Russia and the U.S. or resolve the Ukraine crisis. According to him, more than 30,000 sanctions have been imposed against Russia so far, but the country has managed to adapt to these sanctions and find ways to mitigate their impact.
Vladimir Putin's Position
Vladimir Putin had previously emphasized that Moscow seeks to defend its security and that of its allies, but poses no threat to any country. He stated: "We do not intend to engage in geopolitical games, regardless of who wants to involve us." These positions reflect Russia's efforts to emphasize its sovereignty and integrity against any form of aggression.
Ultimately, while tensions continue on the international stage, the positions of Russian officials indicate a defensive and diplomatic strategy that could influence future relations between Russia and European countries.
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