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Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused NATO and Western nations of openly preparing for a direct war with Russia, claiming they are dramatically increasing military spending under the pretext of a "Russian threat." Speaking at a military graduation ceremony, Putin said the West has shifted from supporting Ukraine to openly preparing for conflict with Moscow while vowing Russia is ready to respond to any external or internal threat. He also highlighted the modernization of Russia's nuclear arsenal and claimed Russian forces continue advancing across the front line in Ukraine.