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Russia Issues “Warning to the West” with New Nuclear Doctrine

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By Web Desk Published September 27, 2024 3 Min Read
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President Putin announces an expansion of Russia’s nuclear doctrine to allow responses to “massive” air attacks, signalling a stark warning to the West.

The new nuclear doctrine allows for the use of nuclear weapons in response to “massive” air attacks and against non-nuclear states backed by nuclear powers.

According to Kremlin statements, President Vladimir Putin has broadened the conditions under which Russia might deploy nuclear force.

The modifications would allow Moscow to use nuclear arms in retaliation, even if the attacking nation is non-nuclear but has support from nuclear states, implicitly referring to Ukraine and its Western allies.

🇷🇺🇺🇦‼️🚨 Nuclear warning!

Putin says that if a non nuclear state attacks Russia with the help of a nuclear state, and drones, cruise missiles or any other weapons cross the border to Russia … then Russia might use nukes! pic.twitter.com/a151aiEs2V

— Lord Bebo (@MyLordBebo) September 25, 2024

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stressed that these changes serve as a “specific signal” meant to deter any aggression against Russia, not strictly nuclear threats. “We are adjusting our nuclear deterrence strategy in response to the increasing tensions along our borders,” Peskov stated, making it clear that Russia does not plan to expand its nuclear arsenal.

The announcement has caused concern among Moscow’s residents. Dimitri, a 21-year-old student, expressed his apprehension: “Using the threat of nuclear weapons is always bad. We don’t need another Cuban missile crisis.” Similarly, Vadim, a 43-year-old artist, noted, “An escalation is underway, and of course, it is alarming.”

Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to NATO allies, announcing an expansion of Russia's nuclear doctrine. This comes as Ukraine's President Zelenskyy, during his U.S. visit, urges President Biden to approve the use of long-range Western missiles against Russia. #Putin pic.twitter.com/UizuZ7ySLW

— CGTN Europe (@CGTNEurope) September 26, 2024

Conversely, others see potential strategic benefits. Vladimir, a 60-year-old pensioner, believes the new doctrine might “bring pretentious Europeans to reason.” Igor Diakov, another retiree, suggested that the move “can reinforce security and make people in Ukraine and the United States think twice.”

Tatiana Nikiforova, a 49-year-old teacher, trusted Russian leadership, stating, “We must have faith in our leaders; there is no other way.”

Vladimir Putin intensified nuclear threats, warning of possible deployment if Russia faces conventional attacks. His remarks signal a shift in nuclear strategy amid rising tensions with Ukraine and the West. https://t.co/sucEw9OIei pic.twitter.com/thmSjvsUIF

— NewsX World (@NewsX) September 26, 2024

These doctrinal changes, which Putin can approve, are unfolding as Ukraine seeks Western approval to use long-range precision weapons against deep targets in Russia—a strategy the White House remains cautious about due to escalation risks.

Throughout the Ukraine conflict, Western leaders have criticized Putin for what they perceive as reckless nuclear threats, underscoring the tension between Moscow’s aggressive posturing and international concerns over nuclear stability.

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