Putin says Western calls for preparation for war with Russia 'a lie'
Russian President Vladimir Putin says if Ukraine and the West abandon peace talks, then Russia will take the lands it claims in Ukraine by military means. - REUTERS/Filepic
MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that there were some calls in the West to prepare for a major war with Russia and he described this as "hysteria" and "a lie".
He also said that if Ukraine and the West abandon peace talks, then Russia will take the lands it claims in Ukraine by military means.
Must-Watch Video
Stay updated with our news