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world4 months ago•2 min saved

Trump's Claims on Ending Wars and Military Actions Under Scrutiny

US President Donald Trump claimed to have personally intervened to prevent a nuclear confrontation between India and Pakistan by threatening tariffs and trade sanctions during heightened tensions earlier this year, asserting that his intervention led to both sides backing down within hours. He also suggested the conflict could have escalated into a global crisis, although India has denied any external mediation in de-escalating the situation.

via Times of India|

#diplomacy #india #nuclear-conflict

international-relations1 year ago•4 min saved

"Middle East Tensions: Iran Threatens Israeli Nuke Facilities, Israel Considers Response"

The United Nations Secretary General warned that the Middle East is on the brink of a devastating regional conflict, urging a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. Iran threatened to target Israeli nuclear facilities in response to potential Israeli attacks on its own nuclear sites. The U.S. and Israel are discussing military operations in Gaza, while the European Council plans to impose sanctions on Iran for a recent attack on Israel. Additionally, Iran informed U.S. officials that American interests in the region would not be targeted unless the U.S. aided Israeli attacks on Iranian interests.

via USA TODAY|

#international-relations #iran #israel

international-relations1 year ago•1 min saved

"Biden's Blunt Remarks on Putin and Trump Spark Kremlin Backlash"

The Kremlin has criticized Joe Biden for calling Vladimir Putin "a crazy SOB" at a public fundraising event, accusing the US president of trying to appear like a "Hollywood cowboy" and stating that such language "debases America itself". Biden's remarks also included criticism of Donald Trump and his handling of the situation involving Russian opposition activist Alexei Navalny. This comes after Putin expressed a preference for Biden over Trump in the upcoming US presidential election, citing Biden's experience and predictability.

via BBC.com|

#international-relations #joe-biden #kremlin

international-affairs2 years ago•1 min saved

Russia Conducts Nationwide Emergency Drills with Blaring Sirens

Russia conducted nationwide emergency drills, testing the readiness of its emergency responders amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The drills included sirens, TV interruptions, and simulated scenarios involving nuclear powers and widespread destruction. The exercise comes after Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow, with Russian air defenses reportedly shooting down 31 drones. The drills coincide with the US government testing its Emergency Alert System. Russian officials have warned of the growing threat of a nuclear conflict and criticized Western support for Ukraine, while also stating that the army has enough volunteer soldiers and doesn't need another wave of mobilization.

via The Washington Post|

#emergency-drills #international-affairs #nato

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Medvedev's Stark Warning: Nuclear War Looms as West Backs Ukraine"

Russia's former President Dmitry Medvedev warns that a nuclear conflict with the West is "quite probable" and could last for decades. Medvedev believes that Western support for Ukraine increases the risk of a nuclear war, which he believes would have no winners. He emphasizes the need for serious negotiations to prevent such a scenario. Medvedev points to significant disagreements over Ukraine and the world order as sources of tension. The West continues to provide military assistance to Ukraine despite Moscow's warnings, and Russia remains committed to preventing Ukraine from joining NATO.

via Press TV|

#international-relations #medvedev #nuclear-conflict

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Medvedev's Stark Warning: Nuclear War Looms as West Backs Ukraine"

via Press TV|

#international-relations #medvedev #nuclear-conflict

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Russia's Medvedev Predicts Decades-Long Standoff with West, Threatens Diplomatic Relations and Warns Ukraine and NATO

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev warns that the standoff between Russia and the West will last for decades and that the conflict with Ukraine could become permanent. Medvedev believes tensions are worse than during the Cuban missile crisis and that a nuclear war is quite probable. He argues that the only way to de-escalate tensions is through tough negotiations, but emphasizes that the confrontation will be long-lasting.

via Yahoo News|

#international-relations #medvedev #nuclear-conflict

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Russia Warns Against Testing Its Patience on Nuclear Escalation

Russia's foreign ministry spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, has stated that Russia does not intend to escalate the situation with the West over Ukraine into a nuclear conflict, but warns others not to test its patience. Russia has criticized the supply of Western arms to Ukraine and the expansion of NATO closer to its borders. The United States and its allies have condemned Russia's war in Ukraine as an imperial land grab.

via Reuters|

#international-relations #nato #nuclear-conflict

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Russia Warns of Highest Risk of Nuclear Conflict in Decades"

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov warns that the risk of a nuclear conflict is at its highest level in decades, stating that Moscow is in a "de-facto" open conflict with Washington over the war in Ukraine. Relations between Russia and the United States have worsened since Russia's invasion of Ukraine last year, and Moscow pulled out of the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty with Washington in February. Ryabkov criticizes Washington's "hostile course" towards Moscow and says there is "no question" of Russia restoring the treaty for now.

via Reuters|

#international-relations #new-start-treaty #nuclear-conflict