Putin warns West that Russia is ready to use every weapon to protect Kaliningrad

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What happened

The Russian leader insists Moscow is "not threatening anyone" and is merely responding to statements by Western leaders.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:38:30 UTC.

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