Putin Warns U.S. Over Moscow's Naval Drills with China

Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned the United States against attempting to outpace Moscow in Asia as he initiated the largest naval exercises Russia has seen since the Soviet era, with China participating. Putin accused Washington of inciting an arms race and preparing to deploy missiles in Asia-Pacific.

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned the United States on Tuesday about attempting to outgun Moscow in Asia as he launched Russia's largest navy drills since the Soviet era, with China also participating.

Putin emphasized that Russia must be prepared for any eventualities, accusing Washington of provoking an arms race. He specifically highlighted concerns that the United States is gearing up to deploy short- and medium-range missiles in the Asia-Pacific region.

(With inputs from agencies.)