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"In these days of long range missiles and stealth - distance is no protection," the cabinet minister said.
General Sir Patrick Sanders says he has never seen such a clear threat to peace and democracy as the “brutal aggression” of Russian president Vladimir Putin.
The defence secretary said Vladimir Putin must not be allowed to retain any territory in the war-torn country.
Officials from both the UK and the US have claimed that the Russian president is in trouble due to his failing offensive in Ukraine.
Number 10 has blamed Kremlin "disinformation" for Ben Wallace, Priti Patel and Nadine Dorries being targeted.
Defence secretary Ben Wallace blamed Kremlin "dirty tricks" for the failed hoax attempt as home secretary Priti Patel also targeted.
“President Putin should be and can be in no doubt that the international community is united against his actions," Ben Wallace said.
Defence secretary says Russian president is now a "spent force" in the world.
The defence secretary also re-iterated the UK government's opposition to a no fly zone above Ukraine, warning it would lead to war across Europe.
Defence secretary claims Russian forces will probably become "more violent" in the coming days.