Sun Sep 15 00:19:00 UTC 2024: ## Putin Threatens “Appropriate Response” as West Debates Long-Range Missiles for Ukraine
**Washington, D.C.** – As tensions escalate between Russia and the West, concerns over potential escalation have risen after Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of a “direct” confrontation if Ukraine is allowed to use long-range missiles to strike Russian territory.
During a meeting with US President Joe Biden on Friday, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed the possibility of supplying Ukraine with either US ATACMS or British Storm Shadow missiles. These weapons would grant Ukraine the capability to target locations within Russia, marking a significant shift in the conflict.
Putin has expressed his strong opposition, stating that such a move would fundamentally alter the nature of the war and force Russia to respond. While he has not explicitly detailed his response, three analysts suggest potential retaliatory actions, including strikes on British military assets near Russia or, in an extreme scenario, a nuclear test to demonstrate intent.
This latest development comes amid a backdrop of escalating tensions and misinformation surrounding the war in Ukraine. The international community anxiously awaits Putin’s specific response and the potential ramifications for the conflict.
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