Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused Europe of "preparing for war" with Russia, a chilling four-word warning that dramatically stoked fears of a Third World War.
Lavrov's Warning
Lavrov, a key ally of President Vladimir Putin, issued the stark statement amid heightened tensions between Russia and the West. The warning suggests Russia believes European nations are actively gearing up for a potential conflict.
Russia's Threat to Europe
The remarks add to growing concerns that Putin could destroy Europe in a "short war", a scenario that has been the subject of intense speculation among military analysts. The exact context of Lavrov's warning has not been fully detailed, and this remains a developing story.
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