Putin says he's ready to use nuclear weapons if Russian state at stake, but 'there has never been such a need' | CNN
Russian President Putin emphasizes nuclear readiness amid tensions with Ukraine and US.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
In an interview with state media, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow is prepared to use nuclear weapons if there is a threat to the Russian state’s existence, although he emphasized that such a need has not arisen. Putin also addressed the situation in Ukraine, warning that if US troops were sent there, Russia would view them as interventionists. He highlighted Russia’s readiness for a nuclear war from a military perspective. Putin expressed a willingness to negotiate on the Ukraine issue based on reality, insisting on guarantees for any potential agreement with the West. Additionally, there were discussions regarding military aid to Ukraine and Russia’s defense production capabilities compared to the US and Europe.