The media reported on the preparation of the military in Europe for a possible confrontation with the Russian Federation

In Europe, senior officials are preparing for a possible confrontation with Russia. This was reported on March 30 by the French newspaper Le Figaro, citing sources.

"After Ukraine, the European military is preparing for a long—term confrontation with Russia," the article says.

The publication also cites the words of a senior French officer who believes that Europe needs to prepare for the worst, but without waiting for the outbreak of World War II, as this carries the risks of nuclear escalation.

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