Russian President Vladimir Putin has escalated tensions over Ukraine by putting the advanced nuclear missile ‘Satan-II’ on combat duty, capable of carrying multiple warheads over 6,000 miles. This move, amidst warnings of widespread destruction in a larger conflict, raises global concerns over nuclear conflict potentials.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that the country’s advanced nuclear missile, the Satan-II, has been placed on “combat duty,” amidst escalating tensions over Ukraine. The announcement, highlighting the missile’s capability to carry multiple nuclear warheads over a distance exceeding 6,000 miles, has raised global concerns over the potential for nuclear conflict. This move comes as Putin warns of widespread destruction in the event of a larger conflict, prompted by Western support for Ukraine.
In a recent state address, Putin criticized Western nations for their involvement in Ukraine and suggested that Russia is prepared to use nuclear weapons if necessary, emphasizing the missile’s role in Russia’s strategic arsenal. The statement amplifies fears regarding the global implications of the ongoing tension in the region.
Meanwhile, the geopolitical landscape is further complicated by criticisms from former UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace towards German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for his reluctance to send Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine. Wallace accused Scholz of hesitancy and misusing facts, contributing to a delay in critical military aid. This has sparked a debate over Germany’s stance and its impact on the collective effort to support Ukraine against Russian advances.
Putin’s pronouncements and the controversy over military aid to Ukraine underscore the intensifying stand-off between Russia and Western nations, as the world watches closely the unfolding situation and its potential for escalating into a broader conflict.
