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Putin threatens severe response to attacks from Kyiv

Russian President Putin threatens Kyiv with targeted military strikes in response to its attacks.

22 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Vladimir Putin has threatened Kyiv with a severe response following its attacks on Russian targets. The President acknowledged that Russia has sustained damage and announced measures intended to impact the Ukrainian economy. This was stated during a public appearance, his first in several weeks.

Putin described the Ukrainian attacks as the catalyst for Kyiv having "let the genie out of the bottle." In this context, he emphasized that Russia is now planning the next stage of escalation. He also commented on the opening of the "Pandora's box," making it clear that reactions to Kyiv's actions are imminent.

These threats come amid a tense conflict, with both sides having intensified attacks on each other's economies in recent weeks. Putin's announcements could further harden the already divergent fronts as the situation in the region escalates.

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