Putin threatens response after deadly strike in Russian-occupied territory | DW News

A deadly strike in occupied eastern Ukraine is fueling new tensions between Moscow and Kyiv. Vladimir Putin is accusing Ukraine of targeting civilians and has ordered preparations for retaliation. But Ukraine insists it hit a Russian military unit - not a dormitory. With both sides pushing sharply different narratives, the risk of escalation is growing. What kind of response could follow- and how is this shaping the mood inside Russia?  00:00 Putin accuses Ukraine of terrorist attack 00:44 Putin: “There are no military or related facilities near the accommodation” 01:58 Juri Rescheto, DW correspondent 03:05 The domestic angle is key as Putin’s approval is under pressure 03:36 How likely is it the the war in Ukraine will end by the end of the year? 04:22 Some senior Russian officials believe the war in Ukraine has reached a deadlock 05:20 Konstantin Eggert, Russia analyst 07:08 “It’s an issue of prestige and power for Putin” 09:40 Putin and his entourage are trying to whip up more patriotism 10:45 The war will continue until Putin gets what he wants For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 #Ukraine #Russia #Putin #dwcurrentaffairs