Zelensky urges Europe to build defenses against Putin's ambitions

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned European governments to strengthen their own defense capabilities amid shifts in US policy, stating that Russia has decided a peaceful and united Europe is its enemy. Speaking at the Berlin Security Conference, Zelensky cited Russia's military infrastructure as evidence of its intentions, arguing it is too extensive to target only Ukraine and is aimed at Europe. He urged European governments to assess their own capabilities, noting Europe has the necessary knowledge and production capacity. Zelensky's remarks follow recent statements by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who claimed Russia is ready for war with Europe though it does not want one, and threatened conflict if European troops are deployed to Ukraine.