Saint PetersburgPutin says Russia is not preparing for hostilities with Europe.
Germany accused Moscow this month of planning an August drone attack on Leipzig airport.
European officials warn of sabotage, cyberattacks and covert operations as the war in Ukraine enters its fifth year.
Poland warns Russia could fire drones and missiles at countries backing Ukraine.
Putin says negotiation proposals remain possible but Moscow will first weigh its response to Ukrainian attacks.
How each outlet framed it
drawn from 50+ reports worldwide
- Hindustan Times leans favorable
- reports Putin's explicit denial of military preparations for Europe; claims lack of escalation motive
Sources: Hindustan Times