Putin vows ‘significant’ response to ‘Europe’s militarization’

“Russia will never show weakness or indecisiveness,” Putin said

October 02, 2025 16:48

SOCHI: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday promised a “significant” response to “Europe’s militarization,” as he addressed a foreign policy forum in southern Russia.

“We are closely monitoring the rising militarization of Europe,” he told the audience, adding: “Retaliatory measures by Russia will not take long. The response to such threats will be very significant.”