Putin Warns Russia Prepared to Defend Kaliningrad Against Any Attack
Russia's Stance on Kaliningrad Defense and Regional Security
Putin Asserts Russia's Defensive Capabilities
MOSCOW, May 29 (Reuters) - Russia has all the means necessary at its disposal to destroy anyone who attempts to attack the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday.
Response to Lithuanian Foreign Minister's Remarks
Putin was responding to a question about remarks made by Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys earlier this month who said that NATO had to show Moscow it was capable of penetrating Kaliningrad.
Security Concerns Beyond Kaliningrad
Allegations of Ukrainian Drone Operators in Latvia
Separately, responding to question about Russian intelligence reports alleging that Ukraine had sent drone operators to Latvia, Putin reiterated that any location which posed a threat against Russia was considered a legitimate target by Moscow.
Russia's Policy on Legitimate Targets
Russia remained ready to continue talks on a peaceful resolution to the Ukrainian conflict however, Putin said.
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by Vladimir Soldatkin and Anton KolodyazhnyyWriting by Maxim Rodionov Editing by Andrew Osborn )
