Russia: NATO Returns to "Cold War" Schemes

The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated today, Wednesday, that the latest NATO summit demonstrated that the Western alliance is returning to "Cold War schemes," asserting that the Kremlin is prepared to respond to threats using all necessary means. The ministry's statement read, "The results of the Vilnius summit will be carefully analyzed, taking into account the challenges and threats to Russia's security and interests that have been identified." It added, "We will respond in a timely and appropriate manner using all available means and methods, and in addition to the decisions that have already been made, we will continue to strengthen the military organization and defense system of the country."