Russian Officials Say Europe Escalates Tensions, Plan Measures for Security

Russian officials stated that Europe is escalating tensions and that Russia cannot ignore the developments. They said measures are required to ensure the country's security. A military chief briefed leadership on a strike described as massive and directed at military or quasi-military facilities in Kyiv and other locations.

Officials noted differing views on how to ensure security, with some favoring decisive measures and others favoring restraint. Russia will continue to increase pressure on the Kyiv regime to achieve its goals, according to the statement.