Russia threatens Europe with a “very short war” if Western troops are deployed in Ukraine — CCD

Ukrinform reports this, citing the Center for Countering Disinformation (CCD) at the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, in a Telegram post. “Russia has once again intensified its aggressive rhetoric toward Ukraine’s European partners, resorting to ultimatums and blatant threats of military confrontation. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that the possible deployment of Western forces in Ukraine would constitute a ‘declaration of war’ against Russia. He also threatened Europe with a ‘very short war’ if ‘Europe attacks Russia,’” the statement said.