Putin Proposes Expanded Nuclear Doctrine Amid Ukraine Conflict

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed new rules for the use of nuclear weapons, suggesting that an attack from a non-nuclear state, if backed by a nuclear-armed one, would be considered a "joint attack" on Russia. This remark, made during a key statement on Wednesday night, could be seen as a veiled threat to deploy nuclear weapons in the ongoing war in Ukraine. 

 

Putin indicated that his government is contemplating changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine, particularly the circumstances under which nuclear weapons might be used. Ukraine, a non-nuclear state, receives military aid from several nuclear-armed countries, including the US. These comments come at a critical time, as Ukraine seeks approval to use long-range Western missiles against military targets inside Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is currently in the US and is expected to discuss this request with President Joe Biden.

 

Over the past year, Ukraine has extended its military operations into Russian territory, with the goal of targeting bases it claims are launching missiles into Ukrainian cities. Responding to Putin’s remarks, Andriy Yermak, Zelensky's chief of staff, stated that Russia “no longer has anything other than nuclear blackmail to intimidate the world.” This sentiment reflects Ukraine’s long-standing criticism of Russia’s nuclear threats, which they see as attempts to deter international military support.

 

Putin has previously hinted at the possibility of using nuclear weapons, and such threats have been dismissed by Ukraine and its allies as "nuclear sabre-rattling." Even Russian ally China has urged calm, with reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping has warned Putin against the use of nuclear arms.

 

During his address on Wednesday, after a meeting with his Security Council, Putin announced a significant shift in Russia’s nuclear policy. He explained that a new doctrine would set clear conditions for Russia to use its nuclear arsenal. One such condition would be a conventional missile strike against Moscow, which he suggested would justify the use of nuclear weapons. He emphasized that Russia would consider the potential use of nuclear arms if it detected a large-scale missile, aircraft, or drone assault on its territory that posed a "critical threat" to the country’s sovereignty.

 

Putin further explained, "It is proposed that aggression against Russia by any non-nuclear state, but with the participation or support of a nuclear state, be considered as their joint attack on the Russian Federation." He went on to describe Russia’s nuclear arsenal as the "most important guarantee of security" for both the state and its citizens.

 

Since the end of World War Two, nuclear-armed countries have operated under a policy of deterrence, based on the idea of mutually assured destruction. This policy has prevented the use of nuclear weapons, as any large-scale strike would lead to catastrophic retaliation. However, there are also tactical nuclear weapons, which are smaller warheads designed to destroy specific targets without causing widespread radioactive fallout.

 

In June, Putin warned European countries supporting Ukraine that Russia had “many more [tactical nuclear weapons] than there are on the European continent, even if the United States brings theirs over.” He also pointed out that Europe lacks a developed early-warning system, leaving it “more or less defenceless.”

 

At that time, Putin hinted at the possibility of changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine, the document that outlines the conditions under which Moscow would resort to using nuclear weapons. Now, with these new proposed rules, the threshold for Russia's nuclear response may be expanding, further intensifying fears of escalation in the already volatile conflict with Ukraine.

 

Based on a report from: BBC 2024-09-26

 

 

 

 

[ballpoint]

Given that the largest missile explosion on Russian soil during the conflict came from a Russian Sarmat missile, I can't wait till Putin nukes himself.

[candide]

So Russia can bomb Kiev, but Ukraine cannot bomb Moscow! 555 😀

[candide]

A related question is: will his Chinese handler allow it? 

I doubt it.

[Cameroni]

We have never been closer to a nuclear war in our lifetime than we are now.

 

This is what unqualified support for Ukraine has got us, a revision of the nuclear doctrine and Russia one step away from bombing Ukraine with tactical nukes.

 

Congratulations to all the cheerleaders for Ukraine who have thrown gasoline onto the nuclear fire.

 

Our only hope is that Trump becomes president, withdraws funding and the war in Ukraine ends.

 

if Harris is elected she has already indicated that she will give more weapons and aid to Ukraine, thus making nuclear war more likely still.

 

If Russia is struck with missiles it is very likely Russia will eventually retaliate with a tactical nuclear weapon.

 

If you look at the history of WWI and WWII you will see that all the national leaders were shocked when a world war happened, noobdy planned it, it happened by accident.

 

It looks very much like once again Britain, France, the United States and Russia will drag the world into an accidental world war.

[NativeBob]

Nobody listens to him.

[Cameroni]

6 minutes ago, NativeBob said:

Nobody listens to him.

 

Which is exactly what caused the Ukraine war in the first place.

 

Didn't work out so well the last time Putin wasn't listened to, did it? 

 

Ukraine was invaded. 

 

Brits have the luxury of pursuing a head in the sand strategy after Boris Johnson caused Zelensky not to sign a deal with Russia at the start of the war. Others are not so lucky.

 

If Putin is ignored again, it will be a disaster. The man has over 5000 nuclear weapons.

[Dcheech]

Grim Autumn on the Volga. Vlad Putin's advisors came to the realization that their surrogate; Donald Trump, was likely not going to win the election after the Harris debate. Now following hard on that realization, Ukraine will be allowed to strike deep into Russia. perhaps as early as next week. 

The obligatory threats, echoed by Putin's sycophants, here on this Forum and worldwide, frothing & screaming, 'Nuclear War'!
 
Meanwhile in Moscow they have been tamping down the idea of a nuke response to the Ukraine. Yes a crazy idea to begin with, but one which they stoked their own populace with. . Now comes the walking back. Tigran Keosayan made an appearance on nuke froth-er Vlad Solovyovs show. Many thought specifically to tamp down nuke talk and since Keosayan is connected to Vlad Putin ,,,, an official walking back of Nuke The Ukraine yammering. Tough times in the Fascist Russian propaganda state.

 

[Gweiloman]

I quite look forward to the prospect of a nuclear war between Russia and NATO/US. They can take each other out. China and India will be left standing and the world will be a safer place.