# Putin: European elections show voters do not want war with Russia

https://mins.news/en/item/64861

- TASS, 2026-09-18 20:32 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2189975

> President Vladimir Putin said European voters made clear through elections that they do not want war with Russia. He accused some European leaders of ignoring that message, trying to protect declining ratings and continuing to escalate tensions, while openly saying they are preparing for war with Russia.

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