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Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is prepared for a potential military conflict with Europe, although he insists that Moscow does not desire such a war. He warned that a direct confrontation would have severe consequences, emphasizing that there would be no winners. During a Russia-Africa summit, he discussed the risks of escalation and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Putin also expressed concerns about tensions in the Baltic Sea, comparing them to the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. His remarks come amid rising security incidents involving NATO countries and ongoing Russian attacks in Ukraine, including a recent strike on a train station that resulted in multiple casualties.