Former President Dmitry Medvedev warns of nuclear weapon use if Ukraine’s counteroffensive gains momentum.
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In the midst of Moscow‘s invasion of Ukraine, Dmitry Medvedev, the former Russian President and current deputy chairman of Russia’s security council, has issued a startling warning, raising concerns of potential nuclear weapon deployment. Medvedev’s latest remarks come as Ukraine’s counteroffensive gains momentum, prompting Russia to contemplate extreme measures to safeguard its territorial integrity.
During an impassioned statement on Telegram, Medvedev stated that if Ukraine, supported by NATO, successfully takes away a part of Russia’s land, Russia would have no choice but to employ nuclear weapons, citing the Russian Presidential Decree as justification. This marks a significant escalation in rhetoric from a high-ranking Russian official, emphasizing the gravity of the ongoing conflict.
‘No other option’: Ex-Russian president Dmitry Medvedev threatens ‘global nuclear fire’ over Ukraine counter-offensive https://t.co/bNm4LOva3V pic.twitter.com/lRGAJ1HCtl
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Medvedev has a history of making nuclear threats throughout Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. In the past, he warned of Russian nuclear expansion if Sweden and Finland were to join NATO. Finland eventually joined the alliance, heightening regional tensions. Medvedev also stated that strategic nuclear weapons could be used to defend territories incorporated into Russia from Ukraine, further intensifying the situation.
The United States has responded to Russia’s nuclear threats, cautioning against any use of such weapons in Ukraine. Tensions have been further exacerbated by Putin’s claim that a batch of tactical nuclear weapons has been moved to Belarus for “deterrence” purposes. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko‘s assertion of control over these weapons has raised international concern, as experts believe they would remain under Russia’s jurisdiction.
As the situation unfolds, Ukraine has received substantial military support from NATO allies. However, concerns have been raised about Ukraine’s potential admission to NATO during the ongoing invasion, as this could escalate the conflict and potentially trigger a larger war.
Meanwhile, drone attacks on Moscow have increased tensions, with Russia accusing Kyiv of orchestrating a recent attack on a business and shopping development in the city. These developments have heightened anxieties over the potential for further escalation and the implications of Russia’s nuclear threat.
Amidst the escalating conflict, Ukraine’s forces have reported significant gains in its northeast region, retaking ground near Bakhmut, which was occupied by Russia in May. This progress adds to the complexity of the situation and raises questions about the potential for further territorial disputes.
The international community continues to closely monitor the situation, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the crisis. However, Medvedev’s chilling nuclear warning underscores the gravity of the situation and the potential for further escalation, posing a serious global security concern.
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