The world reacts after Putin's threats

We've already heard from the United Kingdom, the United States and Ukraine that everyone condemned this action. Here are the latest reactions from around the world...

Germany

Deputy cascalari Robert Habeck said Germany is “matches a” response to the escalation of the war in Ukraine. He said it was the “another false step from Russia, which we will certainly discuss and discuss politically on how to respond to”.

China

The Chinese Foreign Ministry called on all sides to engage in dialogue and consultation and find a way to address everyone's security concerns.

China's position for Ukraine is stable and clear, spokesman Engenbin said at a news conference Wednesday.

Czech Republic

Prime Minister Petr Fiala said partial mobilization is a “attempt to further escalate the war Russia launched against Ukraine“.

He said this is further <x0-proof that Russia is the only aggressor to”.

“is necessary to help Ukraine, and also in our interest”.

In his first address to the Russian nation, President Vladimir Putin announced a partial mobilization.

The head of the Kremlin declared that it is very necessary to take urgent measures to protect the people of Donba and free the land.

Putin adds that the decree has already been signed and partial mobilization starts from today. Under that decision, the military is expected to join the reserve, while citizens who want to mobilize will also have the status of the armed forces.

If our country's territorial integrity is threatened, to protect Russia and our people, we will use all the means we have. This is not a bluff. Our homeland's territorial integrity, independence and freedom will be secured, I repeat with all the means we have. Those who try to blackmail us with nuclear weapons need to know that winds can turn their course”Putin said.