Putin Fines the German Twist on the Missile Issue
During a brief sit‑down in St. Petersburg, Vladimir Putin threw a warning bone at German leader Friedrich Merz. In plain words, “If you ship Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine, Russia won’t just be looking at you from a distance; we’ll be throwing a rock back. It’s a straight‑ahead ball‑in‑the‑face move.”
Why Germany’s Helping Hand Matters
- Satellites & Targeting Expertise – “Ukraine can only fire these missiles with Western satellite intel and German officers on the ground,” Putin told the crowd.
- Direct Threat – “If those rockets hit Russia, it’s as if German soldiers themselves are striking Russian soil.”
- Semi‑Open Dialogue – “We’re ready to talk if you call. We’ve said it many times—no refusals.”
Meta‑Politics: Neutrals or Allies?
Putin drummed the point home: every European country, especially Germany, is no longer a neutral spectator. “We see the Federal Republic and several allies as not just supporters of Ukraine, but accomplices in this hostile theatre.”
All in One Shot
With a flourish, Putin summed up his gamble: “One miss out, and we’re stepping straight into a war that’s been scheduled to happen. No, no more.”
