Brytyjskie fabryki celem Rosji? Putin: "To tajemnica wojskowa"
Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin refused to rule out attacks on British military production facilities during a press conference on September 2, 2026. When asked if British factories supplying Ukraine could become a target for Russian forces, Putin replied that such a scenario is a 'military secret.' The Russian leader also addressed the deteriorating relations with Japan, blaming the Tokyo government entirely for the diplomatic crisis following his visit to the disputed Kuril Islands. Additionally, Putin stated that Russian troops would leave Armenia immediately if the Armenian government requested it, but he emphasized that Moscow would not impose its presence on anyone.
Key points
- Putin declined to deny that British military production facilities could become targets for Russian forces.
- The Russian leader stated that any deterioration in relations with Japan is entirely the fault of the Japanese government.
- Moscow would withdraw its troops from Armenia immediately if the Armenian government requested it.
- Putin blamed the lack of a formal border treaty for Armenia's inability to secure protection from the Collective Security Treaty Organization.
- The Russian president emphasized that he has done nothing to provoke Japan and remains open to peace treaty negotiations.
Timeline
Putin visits Buryat State University in Ulan-Ude, Siberia
Putin holds a press conference addressing relations with Japan, Armenia, and Britain
“To tajemnica, tajemnica wojskowa”
Background
Russia and Japan have been negotiating a peace treaty since the mid-20th century, with the main obstacle being the dispute over the southern Kuril Islands.
Why it matters
Putin's comments suggest a potential escalation in the conflict, moving beyond targeting Ukrainian forces to potentially striking Western military infrastructure.