Germany rejects Lavrov's 'real war' rhetoric, vows no intimidation

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul publicly dismissed Sergei Lavrov's warning of a 'real war' beginning, asserting Berlin will not be intimidated by Moscow. This marks a firm Western counter-response to escalating Russian nuclear rhetoric, though it remains rhetorical posturing with no new policy shift. The exchange signals heightened diplomatic tension but no immediate military escalation.