A direct clash between NATO troops and the Russian army would lead to a global catastrophe, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

According to him, the introduction of NATO troops to Ukraine in a direct collision with the Russian army. He said this is a very dangerous step, and those who talk about it are smart enough not to take it.

He noted that what is happening today in Ukraine is not pleasant, but further, by doing nothing, Russia would get "the same thing, only in worse conditions for us." "So my actions are right and timely," he said when asked if he regretted his decision.

He said there is no need for massive strikes at the moment. "There are other objectives now."

"Out of, I think, 29 targets - seven have not been hit, as the Defense Ministry had planned, but they are getting there gradually. There is no need for massive strikes, well at least for now, for now," Putin said.