The United States sees no threat of Russia using nuclear weapons, despite threats from the Kremlin

The US sees no threat of Russian use of nuclear weapons, despite threats from the Kremlin/Channel 24

Despite the escalation of Putin's rhetoric, the United States denies the threat of Russian use of nuclear weapons. At the same time, representatives of the country assure that they are actively monitoring Moscow's nuclear potential.

A corresponding statement was issued on April 29 by an official of the US Department of Defense. According to the source, he declined to give personal details or position.

The representative of the Ministry of Defense stressed that the US government monitors Russia's nuclear potential on a daily basis.

We are not believe that there is a threat of the use of nuclear weapons or a threat to NATO territory,” he said in a statement.

Recall that earlier Russia announced that it plans to deploy its recently tested Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of delivering nuclear strikes against the United States.

How the world reacts to Russia's threats

• The day before U.S. President Joe Biden stressed that Russia's rhetoric, including threats to use nuclear weapons, is a sign of Putin's desperation and a failure of his plan.

nuclear weapons after the military invasion of Ukraine. Prior to the visit of Moscow and Kyiv, the UN Secretary General warned that the prospect of a nuclear conflict was again possible.

• Political scientist Sahakyan argues that Russia still has the potential to escalate the conflict and strike at logistics and arms convoys – also an element of “groping “the reaction of the Western countries,
• Advisor to the Minister of Internal Affairs Vadim Denisenko believes that nuclear weapons are the last trump card that Russia can use.