The United States of America claims that Russian military leaders discussed the possibility of using tactical nuclear weapons in the war with Ukraine. The talks have troubled the Joe Biden administration, mainly because they reflect Moscow’s dissatisfaction with failures during the armed conflict.
Although Vladimir Putin was not present at the discussion on the use of nuclear weapons, the talks between Russian military leaders have raised concerns in Washington, as well as in the capitals of US allies, according to information provided by some US officials. The discussion took place in connection with the setbacks that occurred during the armed conflict against Ukraine, according to information published by New York Times.
Putin’s threats
The escalation of tensions in Eastern Europe and the loss of Russian troops during the Ukraine conflict have caused a wave of concern in the Biden administration, as they reflect the frustration of the Moscow military and demonstrate that Vladimir Putin’s threats can no longer be empty. words begin to materialize. However, US officials say they still have no evidence that the Russians are moving nuclear weapons or using other tactics that would be used in a new attack, the same newspaper reported.
The use of smaller-yield tactical nuclear weapons may present more restrictions than if a strategic weapon such as an ICBM, an intercontinental ballistic missile, were ordered to fire. When using nuclear weapons, there are practical measures that Russian commanders should be aware of, namely the risks for the military in the explosion zone.
attentive Americans
according to “Time”Since the beginning of the conflict in February of this year, US agencies have been alert to possible signs that could indicate that Vladimir Putin is taking steps to prepare for the use of nuclear weapons, namely unannounced exercises or the deployment of strategic forces on the ground. However, U.S. officials said the early warning systems that enable them to detect measures were deficient, and therefore there was no guarantee that the White House would be notified in advance.
It is recalled that the threats regarding the possible use of nuclear weapons escalated after the successful counter-offensive of Ukraine, which took place in early September. Since then, Putin has taken steps to boost Russia’s ability to engage in the conflict, calling for emergency troop deployments or the annexation of territories in Ukraine, among other things.
