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PUTIN’S NUCLEAR Warning: Russia Ready to Defend Sovereignty at ANY Cost
— In a stark warning, President Vladimir Putin has declared that Russia stands ready to employ nuclear weapons if its statehood, sovereignty or independence comes under threat. This alarming statement comes on the eve of a presidential election this week where Putin is anticipated to secure another six-year term.
During an interview with Russian state television, Putin underscored the full readiness of Russia’s nuclear forces. He confidently affirmed that from a military-technical standpoint, the nation is primed for action.
Putin further explained that according to the country’s security doctrine, Moscow would not hesitate to resort to nuclear measures in response to threats against “the existence of the Russian state, our sovereignty and independence”.
This isn’t Putin’s first mention of his willingness to use nuclear weapons since initiating the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. However, when queried about deploying battlefield nuclear weapons in Ukraine during the interview, he asserted there was no necessity for such drastic measures.
PUTIN’S NUCLEAR Warning: Russia Ready to Defend Sovereignty at All Costs
— President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning, asserting that Russia stands ready to employ nuclear weapons if its statehood, sovereignty, or independence come under threat. This statement emerges just before a presidential vote this week where Putin is anticipated to clinch another six-year term.
During an interview with Russian state television, Putin underscored the full readiness of Russia’s nuclear forces. He confirmed that the nation is militarily and technically prepared and would resort to nuclear action if its existence or independence was threatened.
Despite his continuous threats since launching the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Putin refuted any plans of using battlefield nuclear weapons in Ukraine as there hasn’t been any necessity for such drastic measures so far.
U.S President Joe Biden was characterized by Putin as an experienced politician who comprehends the potential dangers of escalation. He voiced optimism that the U.S would avoid actions that could potentially ignite a nuclear conflict.
PAKISTAN’S Nuclear Leverage: Hamas Leaders Urge for a Showdown with Israel
— Leaders of Hamas and Islamic scholars gathered in Pakistan’s capital recently. They suggested that the ongoing conflict in Gaza might be stopped if nuclear-armed Pakistan were to threaten Israel. These remarks have been widely reported in Pakistani media and noted by the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI).
The conference, titled “The Sanctity of Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Responsibility of the Islamic Ummah,” was put together by the “Pakistan Ummah Unity Assembly.” According to MEMRI, this assembly is a network of Islamic religious organizations.
Ismail Haniyeh, one of the main speakers at this event, called on Pakistan to take a more proactive role in resolving the Israel-Hamas conflict. He said, “If Pakistan threatens Israel, then we can halt this war. We have high hopes from Pakistan. They can compel Israel to back down.”
Haniyeh also referred to Jews as “the biggest enemy of Muslims worldwide.” This inflammatory language has raised eyebrows among international observers due to concerns about escalating tensions in an already unstable region.
Allies OUTRAGED at Biden’s Controversial Decision to Supply CLUSTER Bombs to Ukraine
— The US’s decision to supply Ukraine with cluster bombs has caused international unrest. On Friday, President Joe Biden acknowledged it as a “very difficult decision.” Allies such as the UK, Canada, and Spain have voiced opposition to the weapons’ use. Over 100 countries condemn cluster bombs due to the indiscriminate harm they can cause to civilians, even years after a conflict ends.
Volodymyr Zelensky Wanted Ukraine to OCCUPY Russian Territory
— According to leaked US intelligence, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky wanted to send troops to occupy Russian villages. The leak also revealed Zelensky considered launching an attack on a vital Hungarian oil pipeline.
Ukraine DENIES Attacking Moscow or Putin With DRONE
— Ukraine’s President Zelensky denies involvement in an alleged drone attack on the Kremlin, which Russia claims was an assassination attempt on President Putin. Russia reports that two drones were downed and threatens to retaliate when necessary.
China Says it WON’T Add ‘Fuel to the Fire’ in Ukraine
— The Chinese president, Xi Jinping, has reassured Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy that China will not escalate the situation in Ukraine and said it’s time to “resolve the crisis politically.”
United States OPPOSES Plan for Ukraine to Join NATO
— The United States is opposing efforts by some European allies, including Poland and the Baltic states, to offer Ukraine a “road map” to NATO membership. Germany and Hungary are also resisting efforts to provide Ukraine with a path to join NATO at the alliance’s July summit.
Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has warned that he will only attend the summit if tangible steps are presented toward NATO membership.
In 2008, NATO said that Ukraine would become a member in the future. Still, France and Germany pushed back, concerned that the move would provoke Russia. Ukraine formally applied for NATO membership last year after Russia’s invasion, but the alliance remains divided on the path forward.
Massive Chinese SURVEILLANCE Balloon Detected Flying Over Montana Near NUCLEAR Silos
— The US is currently tracking a Chinese surveillance balloon hovering over Montana, close to nuclear silos. China claims it’s a civilian weather balloon that was blown off course. So far, President Biden has decided against shooting it down.
TOO CLOSE for Comfort: Russian Warship Carrying HYPERSONIC Missiles Approaches English Channel
— Vladimir Putin has sent a Russian warship armed with cutting-edge hypersonic missiles on a course that will take it through the English Channel and into the Atlantic Ocean for “combat duty.” This will be the first Russian ship to be armed with hypersonic weapons that are capable of delivering nuclear warheads at speeds ten times the speed of sound, or almost 8,000mph.
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