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international-relations1 year ago•3 min saved

"Putin's Warning: West's Troop Deployment in Ukraine Risks Nuclear War"

Russian President Putin warned the West against sending troops to Ukraine, stating that the consequences would be "tragic" and could lead to a conflict with the use of nuclear weapons. He accused the West of provoking the conflict in Ukraine and criticized their alleged attempts to weaken Russia. Putin also boasted about Russia's sophisticated weapons and its strategic nuclear forces, while addressing domestic issues in his state of the nation address, just over two weeks before Russia's presidential election.

via BBC.com|

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international-relations1 year ago•4 min saved

"Putin Warns of Nuclear War Risk if West Intervenes in Ukraine Conflict"

Russian President Vladimir Putin issued explicit nuclear threats to the West during his annual state of the nation address, warning of tragic consequences if NATO sends troops to Ukraine. He also emphasized Russia's ability to thrive economically despite the war and announced new government programs aimed at improving Russians' lives, including a program for veterans of the war in Ukraine. Putin insisted that Russians had united behind the war effort, despite growing evidence of divisions and war fatigue, and a new independent poll suggests that a large majority of Russians would endorse Putin signing a peace agreement "tomorrow."

via NPR|

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international-relations1 year ago•4 min saved

"Putin Warns of Nuclear War Threat if NATO Intervenes in Ukraine"

During his State of the Nation address, Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to use nuclear weapons against NATO countries if they send forces to help defend Ukraine, warning of "tragic consequences" and boasting about Russia's advanced hypersonic nuclear-capable weapons. He also criticized Western leaders and hinted at the possibility of a conflict with the use of nuclear weapons, while projecting confidence in Russia's victory in Ukraine. The speech comes at a sensitive moment politically, on the eve of the burial of Putin's main political rival Alexei Navalny, who was barred from running against Putin in the 2018 presidential election, poisoned in 2020, jailed in 2021, and died in prison on Feb. 16.

via The Washington Post|

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international-politics1 year ago•4 min saved

"Putin's Warning: Western Troops in Ukraine Could Trigger Global Nuclear War"

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned the West against deeper involvement in the Ukraine conflict, stating that it risks a global nuclear conflict. He emphasized Russia's readiness to protect its gains in Ukraine and highlighted the country's nuclear capabilities, including new weapons tested in Ukraine. Putin accused Western leaders of reckless behavior and interference, while also addressing domestic issues ahead of the upcoming presidential election, where his victory is all but assured.

via The Associated Press|

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international-politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"Putin Warns of Western Threat in Address to Russian Parliament"

Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the nation, accusing the "colonial West" of attempting to undermine Russia's sovereignty and provoke conflict in Ukraine and the Middle East. He praised Russian citizens and military efforts, while also emphasizing the country's readiness for an arms race and nuclear conflict with the West. Putin discussed domestic matters, including measures to support the economy and increase life expectancy, ahead of the upcoming presidential election. Speculation surrounds potential announcements regarding Transnistria in his State of the Nation address.

via CNBC|

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