Russian dictator Vladimir Putin said he is ready to go to war with Europe, accusing EU leaders of sabotaging peace talks with the US.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin addresses participants of the VTB Investment Forum "Russia Calling!" in Moscow.Putin says Russia is ready to go to war with Europe. POOL/AFP via Getty Images

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaking at a podium in the European Parliament with EU member state flags in the background.Putin blamed EU leaders for sabotaging peace talks with the US. AFP via Getty Images

“We are not planning to go to war with Europe, but if Europe wants to and starts, we are ready right now,” Putin warned.