Putin: Russia Prepared for Nuclear War if Threatened

In a series of statements made to Russian state media, Vladimir Putin expressed his satisfaction with Donald Trump's stance on Ukraine and warned of potential nuclear conflict if Russia's sovereignty is threatened. According to an article in The Guardian, Putin saw Trump's statement that Ukraine would not receive further aid as a dangerous and foolish move that would make negotiations more difficult. In another article from RIA Novosti, Putin stated that Russia is prepared for nuclear war if necessary, but emphasized that it was not an imminent threat. He also warned the West that Russia would conduct nuclear tests in response to US nuclear testing. The articles suggest a potential escalation of tensions between Russia and the West regarding Ukraine and nuclear weapons. However, Putin stressed that not everything is rushing towards a nuclear conflict at present.