Kremlin Criticizes NATO's War Readiness Remarks

The Kremlin called NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's comments on preparing for war with Russia irresponsible. Rutte suggested NATO should be ready for a large-scale conflict, but Russia dismissed these claims as unfounded. Russia maintains it does not intend to attack NATO despite tensions.

The Kremlin has responded critically to recent remarks made by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who suggested that the alliance should prepare for a potential conflict with Russia, likening the situation to the devastation of World War II. Russia's administration has labeled these comments as careless and baseless.

In a contentious speech delivered in Berlin, Rutte suggested that NATO must brace for a large-scale war similar to those faced by past generations, asserting that Russia might target them next. The ongoing war in Ukraine remains a point of high tension, marking the largest stand-off between Moscow and Western allies since the Cold War.

NATO and European leaders' assertions that Russia plans to attack stands at odds with the Kremlin's repeated dismissals. Concerns over NATO's expansion eastwards continue to be a point of contention, although Russia maintains it has no plans for initiating an attack against NATO members.

(With inputs from agencies.)