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Russian defence chief charges West with being engaged in 'real war' against Russia

During a speech to graduating military academy students, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu asserted on Wednesday that the "collective West" is engaged in a "real war" against Russia. Shoigu expressed the belief that Russia is facing hostilities from a united front formed by Western nations.

Reuters WORLD
Published June 21,2023
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Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu told graduating military academy students on Wednesday that the "collective West" was waging a "real war" against Russia.

Speaking alongside President Vladimir Putin at an event in the Kremlin, Shoigu added that the Russia military would do everything to ensure the security of the country.