Vladimir Putin Issues Chilling Warning That Russia Has Barely Started in Ukraine

In an explosive tirade, Vladimir Putin lashed out at the "totalitarian liberalism" he believes the West is trying to impose on the world< /p>

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Vladimir Putin says Russia will strengthen its armed forces in June

Vladimir Putin has sent a chilling message to Ukraine, saying it should prepare for the worst as the Kremlin has only just started its war.

Speaking at a meeting with parliamentary leaders on Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin challenged Western leaders to try to defeat his forces, saying Russia had only just begun its war in Ukraine.< /p>

He also accused Ukraine's western allies of fueling hostilities and that if Ukraine continued to try to fight it would only make the tragedy worse for them.

He said, "Everyone should know that overall we haven't started anything in earnest yet. It's a tragedy for the people of Ukraine, but it looks like it's heading in this direction." management.

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“Today we learn that they want to defeat us on the battlefield. What can you say, let them try,” he said.

The Kremlin leader also said that the longer the war went on, the less likely he would be to negotiate with Western powers.

“At the same time, we are not rejecting the peace talks. But those who reject them should know that the further it goes, the harder it will be for them to negotiate with us."