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Lavrov Warns European Union of 'Very Short' War if It Attacks Russia

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned the European Union that any attack on Russia would result in a 'very short' war. Lavrov emphasized that Russia has no intention of attacking Europe and hopes his warning will be taken seriously. The warning comes amid heightened tensions and accusations of European support for further escalation.

On September 16, 2026, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that if Europe launches an attack on Russia, the conflict would be 'very short.' The warning was issued during a diplomatic statement, with Lavrov highlighting Russia's defensive stance. The European Union has been accused by the Kremlin of encouraging further escalation, prompting Lavrov to issue his warning as a deterrent.

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IndependentVijestiSep 16, 10:10 PM
Lavrov: If Europe attacks Russia, it will be a very short war

Emphasizing that Russia "has no intention of attacking Europe", Lavrov said he hopes his "warning" will be seriously taken by the countries and institutions of the European Union that the Kremlin accuses of encouraging further escalation

WireBeta News AgencySep 16, 09:50 PM
Lavrov: If Europe attacks Russia, it will be a very short war

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov today stated that if Europe attacks Russia, the war would be "very short." "If Europe - which daily talks about preparations for..."