Russian President Vladimir Putin has dismissed the possibility of a third world war.
Putin stressed the need for balance in addressing escalating global tensions and conflicts.
Speaking with journalist Pavel Zarubin, the Russian president caused against fear-mongering.
“There’s no need to scare anyon,” Putin spoke about third world war.
Putin also acknowledged growing dangers and accused Russia’s opponents of heightening tensions deliberately.
“It that’s what they want let them escalate further. We will always respond to any challenge,” he said.