Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister stated that Russia will factor in NATO’s increasing nuclear capabilities in its military strategies. The Deputy Minister highlighted the growing strategic risks of a direct confrontation between NATO and Russia, emphasizing the potential catastrophic outcomes. He also expressed concerns over the escalating tensions and provocative actions in the nuclear sphere, leading to heightened risks of a clash.
Amidst France’s efforts in forward nuclear deterrence, the Deputy Minister criticized the expansion of France’s nuclear forces’ operational zone into European territories. He condemned Finland’s decision to allow nuclear weapons import and criticized joint exercises by France and Poland practicing nuclear strikes in the Baltic Sea. Russia views these actions as hostile and part of Europe’s militarization against Russia.
In response to European actions, Russia has expressed strong disapproval, citing negative consequences and an accelerated militarization process in Europe. The country views these developments as a direct threat and closely monitors the situation for strategic deterrence.
