The statement and message of Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the use of nuclear weapons causes global awe. Addressing the USA and Europe and amid fragile geopolitical balances, the Russian leader stressed that the "use of nuclear weapons is an extraordinary measure to ensure the security of Russia". He also stressed that given the level of tension in the world, the nuclear triad should remain a reliable guarantor of the sovereignty of Russia and Belarus. This specific stance is not merely a political statement, it is a message of power, strategic deterrence and at the same time a warning to the West. Russia, as one of the largest nuclear powers in the world, has for years been using the rhetoric of "nuclear deterrence" as a basic foreign policy tool. Putin attempts to present nuclear weapons not as a means of attack, but as a last resort for protecting the national sovereignty and security of the country.
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The use of nuclear weapons is an extreme and exceptional measure to ensure the national security of our states.
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Putin: Russia strengthens military readiness based on the experience of the war in Ukraine
Furthermore, the further strengthening of the combat readiness of the Russian armed forces was announced by Vladimir Putin during a joint training of the nuclear forces of Russia and Belarus. The Russian president stated that Moscow will continue to upgrade the operational capability of different branches and types of troops, utilizing the experience gained from the military operation in Ukraine. "Of course, we will increase the combat readiness of other branches and types of troops and we will work out combat missions taking into account the experience of the special military operation, including this year's joint trainings and maneuvers", Putin characteristically stated.
"If we have something in our hands, we must be able to use it"
Putin with his Belarusian counterpart Alexander Lukashenko watched the first joint training of nuclear forces, proving that the strategic alliance of Moscow–Minsk not only remains unshakable, but is now entering a new era of military readiness and deterrence. The exercise, which was conducted through direct coordination of the two leaders via videoconference, had immense political and strategic importance. Lukashenko made it clear that neither Russia nor Belarus is threatening anyone, but they are completely ready to defend "the common Homeland from Brest to Vladivostok". This is a phrase with deep symbolism, as it expresses the perception of a unified defense space against the continuous provocations of NATO and the West. The Belarusian leader stressed that the possession of strategic weapons makes no sense if there is no possibility of using them in case of need. "If we have something in our hands, we must be able to use it", he characteristically stated, sending a message of determination in every direction. This statement reflects the new reality that has been shaped in Eurasia: Russia and its allies no longer intend to passively watch the encirclement and military pressures of the West.
Nuclear missile attack via electronic launch
The visit of Lukashenko to the missile brigade in the Osipovichi region confirmed the seriousness of the military preparations. There he inspected the command center and the operational systems of the unit, among them the advanced Iskander-M system, which is considered one of the most effective operational-tactical weapons in the world. He himself did not hide his admiration for the Russian missile system, stating that he once dreamed of his country acquiring it and now Belarus possesses one of the strongest deterrent means in the region. During the exercise, a simulated nuclear missile attack via electronic launch was also carried out. Although no real missile was launched, the military units completed the entire combat cycle as if it were a real operational mission. According to the commander of the brigade Alexander Kravtsov, the procedures were fully executed, confirming the high readiness of the Russian-Belarusian forces.
Global awe with 200 missiles, 140 aircraft and 73 warships
At the same time, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced the transfer of nuclear weapons to special storage facilities in Belarus. The forces were trained in receiving special ammunition for the Iskander-M systems, equipping the launchers and secretly moving them to operational combat positions. This development is considered of pivotal importance for the new strategic balance in Eastern Europe. The exercises that took place from May 19 to 21 had an immense scale and confirmed the military power of Russia.
More than 64,000 soldiers participated, along with over 200 missile systems, 140 aircraft, 73 warships and 13 submarines, of which eight were strategic nuclear ones. Russia proved once again that it possesses one of the most powerful and organized military structures in the world. Particular interest was aroused by the deployment of the mobile missile systems RS-24 Yars, which moved to patrol areas and took up combat positions in fields of operations. Concurrently, strategic nuclear submarines were deployed in maritime areas of operational readiness, significantly strengthening Russia's second nuclear strike capability.
Putin: Respect for those fighting in Ukraine
At the same time, the Russian aerospace forces proceeded to operational exercises with the hypersonic Kh-47M2 Kinzhal missiles, known as "Dagger". The crews of the Mikoyan MiG-31 fighters practiced equipping the missiles with special warheads and conducted patrol flights. The Kinzhal are considered almost impossible to be intercepted by current Western anti-aircraft systems, a fact that decisively reinforces the strategic deterrence of Moscow. Within this context, particular weight was also carried by the statements of Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin during a state awards ceremony. The Russian president praised the fighters of the Special Military Operation (SVO), emphasizing that they are not only defending the borders of their homeland but also the national interests of Russia. "We show special respect to the participants of the special military operation, to those who protect the national interests and the borders of the Homeland", Putin stated, addressing the Heroes of Russia who were honored with the Gold Stars from the hands of the supreme commander.
The Eurasian axis is not going to succumb to pressures, sanctions or military threats
This statement captures the Russian perception that the conflict does not concern only a regional front, but a total battle for the security, sovereignty and the future of Russia itself against the geopolitical pressures of the West. In Moscow, the conviction prevails that Russian soldiers defend not only territories but also the right of the country to remain independent and powerful in a rapidly changing world. Russia and Belarus seek to present their military cooperation as defensive and deterrent. However, the message they emit is clear: the Eurasian axis is not going to succumb to pressures, sanctions or military threats. From Brest to Vladivostok, the new geopolitical reality is now being shaped in terms of power, strategic readiness and determination.
Russia launched a Yars intercontinental ballistic missile – Message of power from the Kremlin
In the meantime, Russia proceeded to another demonstration of strategic power, carrying out a successful launch of a Yars-type intercontinental ballistic missile from the Plesetsk cosmodrome toward the Kura test field in Kamchatka, according to an announcement by the Russian Ministry of Defense. "From the state testing cosmodrome of Plesetsk toward the Kura field in Kamchatka, a launch of a 'Yars' intercontinental ballistic missile was carried out", the Russian ministry characteristically stated. The RS-24 Yars missile constitutes one of the main pillars of the strategic nuclear forces of Russia. It is a mobile and silo-based missile system of the new generation, capable of carrying multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles (MIRV), a fact that makes it particularly difficult to intercept by modern anti-missile systems.
The test takes place during a period of increased geopolitical tensions and reinforced military confrontation between Russia and the West, with Moscow seeking to demonstrate the operational readiness and reliability of its nuclear arsenal. The Plesetsk cosmodrome, located in northwestern Russia, is frequently used for military launches of ballistic missiles, while the Kura test field on the remote Kamchatka peninsula constitutes the main destination for tests of long-range strategic missile systems. Analysts estimate that such tests are part of the continuous effort of Russia to maintain its nuclear deterrent power against the United States and NATO, particularly in a juncture where international relations are at a highly fragile point.
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