The US decision to deploy long- and medium-range missiles in Germany is aimed at deterring Russia’s aggression, and its threats in this regard are not new, according to federal government spokesman Steffen Hebestreit. According to him, Germany has taken into account the latest threats from the Kremlin and comments from Dmitry Peskov, spokesperson for Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, there is nothing new in their statements. “Peskov hasn’t said anything new, as their position is well-known: Russia’s military-political leadership has long targeted European capitals,” said Hebestreit. A…