Just days before Russia’s presidential election, in which Vladimir Putin is widely expected to secure another six years in power, the Russian president has declared the country’s readiness to deploy nuclear weapons if its statehood, sovereignty, or independence are threatened. In an interview aired today on Russia’s state television, Putin issued a warning to the United States, stating that sending troops to Ukraine would be perceived as a significant escalation.

Putin says Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if threatened

Just days before Russia’s presidential election, in which Vladimir Putin is widely expected to secure another six years in power, the Russian president said his country is ready to deploy nuclear weapons if its statehood, sovereignty, or independence are threatened. In an interview aired Wednesday, March 13, on Russia’s state television, Putin issued a warning to … Continue reading Putin says Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if threatened

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