Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that many in Europe are preparing for military conflict by 2030, but Russia supports steps to restore relations, writes Rossiyskaya Gazeta. Referring to the conversation with the leaders of Finland and Norway, he noted that the contact took place at the initiative of European politicians speaking in a national capacity, and not on behalf of the European Union. Putin added that Moscow does not want the Baltic Sea to become a crisis analogue of the Strait of Hormuz, but is ready to respond to any challenges.