Russia Issues Nuclear Warning in Response to Trump’s Ukraine Weapons Plan


Russia Issues Nuclear Warning in Response to Trump’s Ukraine Weapons Plan
The Kremlin has issued a stark nuclear warning following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a new plan to supply advanced weapons to Ukraine, escalating tensions in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The warning, delivered by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov on July 16, 2025, reiterated that Russia’s nuclear doctrine remains active, signaling heightened concerns over NATO’s increased military support for Kyiv. On July 14, 2025, President Trump, alongside NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, unveiled a plan during an Oval Office meeting to have European allies purchase billions of dollars’ worth of U.S. military equipment, including Patriot missiles, ammunition, and air defense systems, for transfer to Ukraine. This initiative aims to bolster Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s ongoing offensive while reducing the financial burden...