Afghanistan, Feb. 9 -- Russia says it has no plans to attack Europe, but warns it is ready to launch full military retaliation if threatened, Lavrov said.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Moscow has no plans to attack Europe but would respond with full military force if threatened.
Speaking to Russian television, Lavrov warned that if Europe launches an attack, Russia would use all available military capabilities under its doctrine.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov earlier claimed European countries are preparing for conflict with Russia through increased defense spending.
European defense budgets have risen sharply, including an EU plan announced last year to mobilize up to 800 billion euros to strengthen defense capabilities...