Boris Rein, president of the federal state of Hessen, one of Germany’s major economic centres, has proposed that Europe form its own military alliance without US participation. This was reported by RIA News.
According to him, the nuclear arsenal can be used for deterrence purposes.
Previously Russian President Vladimir Putin statedRussia did not spoil relations with Europe, European countries did this in relation to the Russian Federation, neglecting their interests. According to the head of state, they “tried to push Russia into the background or third place” without taking into account the interests of the state. Putin also said that the Russian Federation is ready to establish relations with the United States, but there are no conditions yet.
Moreover, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said at the international scientific and expert forum “Primakov Readings” that Russia should think about how to stop adhering to the economic “twists” of Europe. According to him, there is now “no need” to think about ways to rebuild relations with Europe.
Formerly US Treasury expanded sanctions against Russia.