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Putin Boosts Security Amid Ukraine Attacks, Warns Enemies

2/24/2026

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On February 24, 2026, President Vladimir Putin directed the Federal Security Service (FSB) to bolster protection of Russia's energy and transport infrastructure after Ukrainian attacks, which he says are supported by Western intelligence.
He marked the war's fourth anniversary and warned that Russia's enemies would face consequences.
He accused Ukraine of terror tactics, including attacks on cities and infrastructure, and mentioned possible targeting of Russian energy pipelines in the Black Sea.

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On February 24, 2026, President Vladimir Putin directed the Federal Security Service (FSB) to bolster protection of Russia's energy and transport infrastructure after Ukrainian attacks, which he says are supported by Western intelligence.
He marked the war's fourth anniversary and warned that Russia's enemies would face consequences.
He accused Ukraine of terror tactics, including attacks on cities and infrastructure, and mentioned possible targeting of Russian energy pipelines in the Black Sea.