Putin sees peace chance as NATO warns Russia is reckless

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday there is a "chance" at peace with Ukraine, while repeating that Kyiv's warnings to airlines to avoid Russian airspace amount to "state terrorism." He spoke at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. Putin's comments come as peace efforts stall after more than four years of war, with divisions over territory, security guarantees, and Ukraine's military alignment. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned Wednesday that Russia is becoming "increasingly reckless," citing missile and drone incidents and an alleged hybrid attack in Germany. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged airlines to avoid Russian airspace as Kyiv ramps up long-range drone operations inside Russia. Putin responded by vowing to intensify attacks on Ukraine, while Russian forces have increased missile strikes on Ukrainian cities facing air defense shortages.