Serbian President Aleksandar Vuсic believes that European countries are preparing for a possible military conflict with Russia.

"As I analyze the facts, I come to the conclusion that a war between Europe and Russia is becoming increasingly apparent. This is not empty talk - everyone is preparing for it," Vuсic said in a broadcast on Pink TV, , TASS reported.

He was commenting on the statement by Chief of the French Armed Forces General Staff Fabien Mandon that the French army must be ready for a confrontation with Russia within three to four years.

Vuсic also stated that Serbia has found itself "between a rock and a hard place" amid the conflicting objectives pursued by Western countries and Russia. According to him, Serbia must continue strengthening its armed forces for self-defense.