Russia counters NATO threats with necessary measures

Russia has stated it has taken all necessary measures to counter potential threats from NATO, particularly in response to the alliance's military exercises. Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said Russia is closely monitoring NATO exercises, including those in the Baltic Sea, viewing them as a means of containing Russia and preparing for potential conflict. This includes the re-establishment of military districts. The comments follow the start of NATO's Baltops 2025 exercises in the Baltic Sea, involving 9,000 personnel from 16 countries. Grushko previously called these exercises provocative.