Ending the Ukraine War Before Nuclear Catastrophe

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As tensions between Russia and the West intensify, the Biden administration is reportedly considering a move that could push the world to the edge of nuclear disaster. According to The New York Times, there is growing discussion about allowing Ukraine to use NATO-supplied long-range precision weapons to target Russian territories. This decision, if pursued, would bring the world closer to the threat of nuclear conflict than at any time since the Cuban Missile Crisis.

 

Instead of prioritizing a diplomatic solution to end the war, which many argue should never have started, the current administration seems to be adopting a strategy that Russia has explicitly warned against. Russian President Vladimir Putin has made it clear that any such attack on Russian territory would be viewed as a direct act of war by NATO. “Long-range strikes in Russia will mean that NATO countries — the United States and European countries — are at war with Russia,” Putin warned.

 

However, some American analysts dismiss this as a bluff. As The Times noted, “17 former ambassadors and generals wrote in a letter to the administration this week, ‘Easing the restrictions on Western weapons will not cause Moscow to escalate… Moscow’s response remains unchanged despite Ukraine striking Crimea and Kursk.’”

 

These voices are advocating a dangerous form of brinksmanship, mistaking Russia’s restraint for weakness. They propose pushing the envelope further, with each escalation — from HIMARS to cluster munitions, tanks, fighter jets, and now long-range missiles — inching the world ever closer to a catastrophic nuclear war. The assumption seems to be that if a provocation doesn’t trigger a response, it’s safe to push harder. But this thinking ignores a critical factor: Russia is a nuclear power.

 

President John F. Kennedy understood the precarious balance of nuclear deterrence. In 1963, he warned, “Nuclear powers must avert those confrontations which bring an adversary to a choice of either a humiliating retreat or a nuclear war.” This wisdom seems to have been forgotten. Putin has repeatedly signaled that Russia could use nuclear weapons if its territorial integrity is threatened. In September 2022, he declared, “If the territorial integrity of our country is threatened, we will without doubt use all available means to protect Russia and our people — this is not a bluff.”

 

Putin’s deal with Belarus to station tactical nuclear weapons there and Russia’s recent revision of its nuclear doctrine should be taken seriously. It is hard to imagine how the United States would react if a foreign power were arming its enemies with missiles and providing training to strike deep within its territory. The U.S. would never tolerate such actions. Why, then, should anyone expect Russia to accept these provocations?

 

This dangerous game of nuclear brinksmanship must end. There is no further step between launching U.S.-provided missiles into Russian territory and a potential nuclear exchange. The risks could not be higher. And for what? To weaken Russia? To control Ukraine’s natural resources? No vital American interest is at stake that justifies risking nuclear conflict. The pursuit of global dominance at the cost of such peril is nothing short of madness.

 

The war fever gripping Washington has reached alarming levels. In last Tuesday’s debate, Vice President Kamala Harris evoked the possibility of Russian forces advancing across Europe, a scenario that strains credulity. Russia has struggled to make headway in Ukraine, a country far from Europe’s greatest military powers. It is clear that Russia’s war aims, stated early on, revolved around Ukrainian neutrality and halting NATO’s expansion eastward.

 

After so many lives lost and resources spent, no party involved in this conflict is better off. It is time to recognize the catastrophic implications of continuing down this path. A nuclear war would mean the end of civilization, and perhaps humanity itself.

 

Former President Donald Trump has pledged to end this war, but by the time he takes office, it might be too late. The time for diplomacy is now. President Biden and Vice President Harris must reverse their current course and engage in direct negotiations with Moscow to prevent an unspeakable disaster. The stakes could not be higher, and the time to act is rapidly running out.

 

Opinion Donald Trump Jr & Robert F. Kennedy Jr

 

Credit: The Hill 2024-09-19

 

 

 

[Danderman123]

How many times has Putin stated that X act would cross a red line?

 

Here's a hint for you: don't believe Putin.

[thaibeachlovers]

I agree with everything in the OP. Jaw jaw, not war war.

[thaibeachlovers]

26 minutes ago, Danderman123 said:

How many times has Putin stated that X act would cross a red line?

 

Here's a hint for you: don't believe Putin.

I had not taken you for a war monger.

[Jingthing]

7 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said:

I agree with everything in the OP. Jaw jaw, not war war.3s.

Not surprising.

Note the authors of the opinion piece.

Kremlin propaganda repeaters.

Edited September 18 by Jingthing

[Jingthing]

5 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said:

I had not taken you for a war monger.

The war monger is Putin. 

[kwonitoy]

Opinion Donald Trump Jr & Robert F. Kennedy Jr

 

not the deepest of thinkers  here

Edited September 18 by kwonitoy

[mania]

1 hour ago, Social Media said:

the Biden administration is reportedly considering a move that could push the world to the edge of nuclear disaster

 

Standard operating procedure for the Dems as usual. Their money comes from supplying tools of the trade not peace.

 

They especially may do so now knowing that their reign is soon to end & by starting a major war will guarantee their people are in business supplying tools of the trade even when they are voted out of office.

 

Not ONCE during this half war they wage with Russia thru Ukraine did they ever consider negotiating peace. Instead they supplied the fuel they knew would only inflame & increase their profits.

 

This is their way & all the while claiming the false pretense high ground of "helping" Ukraine while they are only helping enrich themselves.

 

 

 

 

[Bkk Brian]

 

Oh my 

[KhunLA]

If I was Putin, I tell the people to UA, if you don't want to die, leave now.  If one long range missile is launch into RU, I'd nuke UA out of existence.  Start with Kiev ... now launch another missile ... 😎

[Gweiloman]

4 hours ago, Danderman123 said:

How many times has Putin stated that X act would cross a red line?

 

Here's a hint for you: don't believe Putin.

As far as I know, twice. One was NATO expansion into Ukraine, the other was use of western long range weapons to strike deep into Russia. Thus the SMO when the first act seemed inevitable and US refusal to give Ukraine the permission for the second act. Seems like the US believe Putin even if you don’t.

[RayC]

13 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

I agree with everything in the OP. Jaw jaw, not war war.

 

If only Putin had taken your advice we wouldn't be in the position that we are now.

[RayC]

13 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

I agree with everything in the OP. Jaw jaw, not war war.

 

If only Putin had taken your advice we wouldn't be in the position that we are now.