Dmitry Medvedev, the Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, has stated that any attempt by Ukraine to reclaim Crimea would provide a reason for Russia to use all means of protection, including nuclear deterrence. He added that if any type of weapon threatens the state’s existence, it would warrant using nuclear deterrence. Medvedev emphasized that “an attempt to split off part of the state” is an attack on its existence. He also warned that the supply of foreign weapons to Ukraine could lead to a nuclear apocalypse. Previously, he stated that the Russian army would defend itself with any type of weapons, including nuclear weapons, if the United States sought Russia’s military defeat.
Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, said that Ukraine’s attempt to recapture Crimea would become a basis for the Russian Federation to use any weapons, including those provided for by the doctrine of nuclear deterrence.
Russia reserves the right to use nuclear weapons in response to the use of nuclear and other types of weapons of mass destruction against it and (or) its allies, as well as in the event of aggression against the Russian Federation with the use of conventional weapons, when the very existence of the state is threatened, the statement says. military doctrine.pdf) Russia.
“If we talk about serious things related, for example, to an attempt to recapture Crimea … It is absolutely clear that this is the basis for the use of all means of protection, including those provided for by the doctrine of nuclear deterrence, when the use of any type of weapon threatens the existence of the state itself,” said Dmitry Medvedev in an interview, fragments of which are published in his Telegram channel.
The deputy chairman of the Security Council stressed that “an attempt to split off part of the state” is an encroachment on its existence. “I hope our friends across the ocean understand this,” Dmitry Medvedev said.
On March 22, the deputy chairman of the Security Council said that the supply of foreign weapons to Ukraine is bringing a nuclear apocalypse closer. Earlier, Dmitry Medvedev said that the Russian army can defend itself with any type of weapons, including nuclear weapons, if the United States wants Russia’s military defeat.
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In conclusion, Dmitry Medvedev’s strong warning serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of any attempts to destabilize the region. The threat of nuclear deterrence should not be taken lightly, and it is essential that all parties involved exercise restraint and seek diplomatic solutions to conflicts instead. The international community must work towards de-escalating tensions and promoting peace in the region. Only through cooperation can we ensure a safe and secure future for all.