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Putin Warns West of 'Serious and Dangerous' Consequences for Arming Ukraine

Russian President's Annual Address Raises Concerns

Russia-West Tensions Escalate as Putin Threatens Arms Transfers

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In a defiant speech delivered just two weeks ahead of Russia's 2024 presidential election, Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning to Western nations, accusing them of taking a "very serious and dangerous step" by supplying weapons to Ukraine.

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Putin's address comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and the West, following recent reports that the United States and its allies are considering providing long-range artillery to Ukraine. In his speech, Putin suggested that Russia could retaliate by providing weapons to countries that might attack Western targets in response to Ukraine's strikes on Russia.

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"If we are supplied with these weapon systems, we will use them. And we will not limit ourselves to just striking those military targets from which the threats originate," Putin said. "We may also consider targeting those countries that are supplying these weapons to Ukraine."

Putin's comments have been met with condemnation from Western leaders, who have warned that any escalation of the conflict could have dire consequences.

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The Kremlin has also announced a partial mobilization of reservists, with Putin claiming that it is necessary to "ensure the security and territorial integrity of Russia." Western governments have condemned the move as a further escalation of the war and a violation of international law.

And its allies will stand in solidarity against Russias

The United States and its allies have vowed to stand in solidarity with Ukraine and to continue providing it with the support it needs to defend itself against Russian aggression.

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