Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that America’s “aggressive actions” pose a threat to global security and power dynamics. Speaking at the launch of Russia’s largest-ever maritime drills, Putin emphasized the US’s determination to maintain its dominant position on the international stage, urging Moscow to bolster ties with friendly nations amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
The maritime exercise, Ocean-2024, involving a Chinese military contingent, aims to demonstrate Russia’s preparedness for any developments in the face of heightened military presence by the US in multiple regions. Putin criticized Washington’s deployment of forces in Europe, the Arctic, and the Pacific under the guise of countering Russian and Chinese threats, accusing the US of provoking a new arms race that could disrupt the existing security architecture.
Emphasizing the need for Russia to defend its sovereignty and interests, Putin underscored the importance of military readiness to deter potential aggression. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine symbolizes a broader clash between East and West, with the US and its allies reluctant to embrace a multipolar world order.