The Kremlin has reiterated a warning from President Vladimir Putin regarding potential escalations in the Ukraine conflict. During a conference call on Tuesday, the spokesperson stated that if the West allows Ukraine to launch attacks on Russian territory using long-range missiles made in the West, it would be seen as direct involvement in the war.
When asked if such a decision might influence Russia's stance on nuclear testing, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized the importance of reviewing Putin’s earlier statements on this issue. He highlighted that Putin had made clear remarks about the repercussions of permitting Western weapon strikes deep into Russian territory.
Putin had previously warned in St. Petersburg on September 12 that a decision to use such missiles would signify direct participation from NATO countries, including the United States and European nations, in the conflict. He remarked that this would fundamentally alter the nature of the war and prompt Russia to take "appropriate decisions" in response to the new threats.
While he did not specify what those measures would be, Putin has previously hinted at the possibility of providing arms to adversaries of the West or deploying conventional missiles within range of the U.S. and its European allies.
As the world's largest nuclear power, Russia is also revising its nuclear doctrine, which outlines the conditions under which it might use nuclear weapons. In June, Putin suggested that the West is mistaken in believing that Russia would refrain from using nuclear capabilities, urging caution in interpreting the Kremlin's nuclear stance.
The Kremlin's recent comments highlight ongoing tensions and underscore the seriousness of the situation regarding Western involvement in Ukraine
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