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In a dramatic escalation of tensions, US President Donald Trump has taken decisive action by ordering two nuclear submarines to be strategically positioned in response to the "highly provocative" statements by former Russian leader Dmitry Medvedev. Without disclosing the submarines' new locations, the president justified the deployment as a precautionary measure, emphasising how dangerous rhetoric can spiral into unforeseen consequences.

 

The backdrop to this move involves recent fiery exchanges on social media between Trump and Medvedev. Medvedev, who now serves as deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, lashed out after Trump's ultimatum that demanded Moscow cease its military activities in Ukraine.

 

Trump warned of severe sanctions, including crippling tariffs on oil and other exports, should Russia fail to meet an 8 August deadline. Putin, however, has shown little indication of complying, prompting a significant escalation in diplomatic tensions, reported the BBC.

 

Medvedev's reaction has been both defensive and combative. In a post on X, he criticised Trump for playing the "ultimatum game" and accused him of escalating threats towards war. His subsequent reference to a "dead hand" threat is seen by many military analysts as an allusion to Russia's nuclear strike control system, a chilling reminder of the stakes involved.

 

This isn't the first time these leaders have clashed publicly. The current standoff is a continuation of their previous disputes, with Trump frequently describing Medvedev as a "failed former president." Medvedev, on his part, has remained an outspoken advocate for Russia's actions in Ukraine, consistently criticising Western countries.

 

The deployment of US nuclear submarines, whether powered or armed, underscores the gravity of the situation. Both the US and Russia hold the majority of the world's nuclear arsenal, and any military manoeuvres involving these capabilities are bound to raise international concern.

 

Trump’s decisive action is perceived as a clear signal of the US's readiness to counter any potential threat, although it remains to be seen how Russia will respond to this move. The world watches with bated breath as the situation unfolds, understanding that the stakes extend well beyond the immediate players.

 

While tensions remain high, this development is a clear indication of the complex geopolitical landscape that defines current US-Russia relations. The international community remains focused on how both nations navigate this intricate game of diplomacy, hoping for a resolution that avoids further escalation.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from BBC 2025-08-02

 

Meh….nothing burger….except he opened his mouth about deploying them.

38 minutes ago, Tug said:

Meh….nothing burger….except he opened his mouth about deploying them.

Not a nothing burger to those of us who supported President Trump because he vowed to extricate the US from involvement in the proxy Ukraine war. 

Trump Positions Nuclear Subs Near Russia Amid Tensions

 

Dmitry Medvedev

 

In a bold move, President Donald Trump announced he has ordered two nuclear submarines to strategically position near Russia. Responding to remarks by Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, Trump labelled the comments as "foolish and inflammatory." The president announced this on Truth Social, emphasising the need for preparedness in light of what he perceives as provocative rhetoric.

 

Clarifying his stance, Trump told reporters that he views the repositioning of submarines as a precautionary measure. HHe insisted that any discussion involving nuclear capabilities requires readiness, affirming, "We're totally prepared." While it remains unclear whether these submarines are nuclear-powered or armed, the Pentagon traditionally keeps such movements under wraps.

 

Medvedev referenced Russia’s Soviet-era nuclear strike capabilities, which escalated the verbal confrontation. Although Medvedev lacks the authority to deploy nuclear weapons, he continues to spar with Trump online amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine—a war Trump has vehemently criticised.

 

Trump also announced plans for new sanctions on Moscow and condemned Russia’s actions in Ukraine as "disgusting." He appointed Steve Witkoff as his foreign envoy to Russia, although details of Witkoff’s trip remain undisclosed.

 

The developments reflect intensified tensions echoing Cold War-era dynamics, with global security implications remaining a focal point. As Trump asserts his influence, the international community watches closely for the next chapter in this unfolding story.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from CNN 2025-08-02

 

Medvedev's posts are refered to as "drunk posts". Trump's obviously had enough and he's sending a message.

More MAGA propaganda. The nuclear subs are ALWAYS deployed,

1 hour ago, Tug said:

Meh….nothing burger….except he opened his mouth about deploying them.

“Speak softly and carry a big stick”. T. Roosevelt 

 

Better than the Biden/Harris policy.  “Just don’t “

6 minutes ago, gargamon said:

More MAGA propaganda. The nuclear subs are ALWAYS deployed,

True 

 

However the fast attacks (SSN) can be order to a specific location.

 

 

Why tell Putin your operations, Don....?.....................

 

 

45 minutes ago, annotator said:

Not a nothing burger to those of us who supported President Trump because he vowed to extricate the US from involvement in the proxy Ukraine war. 

Trump typically says stuff to get the left excited and send them into gyrating convulsions. 

1 hour ago, Tug said:

Meh….nothing burger….except he opened his mouth about deploying them.

In case you are not paying attention, our Subs are always keeping an eye on Russia, China, North Korea and in the Indian Ocean.  Wherever there is a nuclear country, we have subs parked very close, just in case they misbehave.  Trump is just reminding Putin and the world to not F around.  I guess you did not grow up during the cold war.

4 minutes ago, novacova said:

Trump typically says stuff to get the left excited and gyrating. 

He is a master at trolling the Woke/Leftists.  Brilliant psyops!

5 minutes ago, Taboo2 said:

In case you are not paying attention, our Subs are always keeping an eye on Russia, China, North Korea and in the Indian Ocean.  Wherever there is a nuclear country, we have subs parked very close, just in case they misbehave.  Trump is just reminding Putin and the world to not F around.  I guess you did not grow up during the cold war.

Russia and China and their allies are surrounded by the power of the West, not the other way around.

I guess Trump didn't bother to see Medvedev's warmongering statements dating back years. You'd wonder how this man with mental capacity of Homer Simpson managed to get elected President of Russia, but that's all in the past now.

 

I don't think there's any country left that he hasn't threatened with nuclear obliteration. He lives on planet Medved and everyone else is in the way of his view of the Sun, so they need to be blasted out of orbit... I think I have a picture of him...

 

45 minutes ago, ThreeCardMonte said:

“Speak softly and carry a big stick”. T. Roosevelt 

 

Better than the Biden/Harris policy.  “Just don’t “

Ahh I think you are a bit mixed up,trump is a loud brash big mouth pathological liar whereas Joe Biden is a bit more of a deeds not words kinda guy.also notice before trump tryed to surrender Ukraine to the enemy the BIG STICK was the tools supplied to the Ukrainian nation by Joe Biden to stop and humiliate the Russian military.oh on the other thread the 2 hats the first one looks like an old mk5 navy hat the other is a SL17 (superlite 17) I prefer my SL 27 because the neck dam has a more watertight fit when it’s cammed on.the 17s have a tendency to leak quite a bit,a bit more difficult to work when everted.

45 minutes ago, Taboo2 said:

He is a master at trolling the Woke/Leftists.  Brilliant psyops!

 

Obviously when trolling, he trolls his own supporters the same time, but we know why you didn't get that.

1 hour ago, webfact said:

While it remains unclear whether these submarines are nuclear-powered or armed

Who writes this nonsense? Of course, they are nuclear-powered, and I'd put money down that they are armed with nukes too. Have people already forgotten how often Putin has been threatening the use of nukes? It's quite clear that cowering from a distance like Biden does not work.

46 minutes ago, tomazbodner said:

You'd wonder how this man with mental capacity of Homer Simpson managed to get elected President of Russia, but that's all in the past now.

There is nothing to wonder about, as it was quite obvious that Putin put Medvedev in (as president) as a placeholder to do his bidding. 

2 hours ago, webfact said:

Without disclosing the submarines' new locations

 

 

No flies on him.

2 hours ago, novacova said:

Trump typically says stuff to get the left excited and send them into gyrating convulsions. 

So all the noise he was making about not elevating the nuclear threat was meaningless? And the threats he's making to impose further tough trade restrictions on Russia are fake? Is there anything President Trump can do that runs counter to what he previously said that will make you criticize him? I think you are part of the Laura Loomer contingent. She was reported to have said "America First is whatever President Trump says it is." President Trump needs to hear criticism from his supporters. Remember when he talked about easing off on deporting agricultural, hotel, and restaurant workers. True MAGA supporters jumped all over him for that and he reversed course. Lots of people in this forum who claim that they are MAGA supporters, joined President Trump in his 180 degree turn. People like you are useless in keeping MAGA and America First on track.

4 hours ago, gargamon said:

More MAGA propaganda. The nuclear subs are ALWAYS deployed,

 

Now, they are being deployed in the Caribbean! Probably, Russia has a huge military presence in Cuba. 

5 hours ago, annotator said:

Not a nothing burger to those of us who supported President Trump because he vowed to extricate the US from involvement in the proxy Ukraine war. 

Yeah, right. From ‘president no new wars’ to president who started WWIII, more likely.

Aren’t you the people who claimed Trump wouldn’t start any new wars? So far he has bombed Iran, Jemen and Syria, and threatened to annex Canada, Greenland and the Panama canal by force.

And now he’s running his mouth about deploying two nuclear submarines closer to Russia. Probably just to let his pal Vlad know not to be alarmed. What a tactical mastermind! What a stable genius!

11 minutes ago, jerrytr said:

Not sure advertising nuclear subs is soft. 555 but that's the mega mentally 

It's a reminder of power. That's all it is.

5 hours ago, annotator said:

Not a nothing burger to those of us who supported President Trump because he vowed to extricate the US from involvement in the proxy Ukraine war. 

 

Youze wuz had.

5 hours ago, Taboo2 said:

He is a master at trolling the Woke/Leftists.  Brilliant psyops!

 

A president more interested in trolling on social media than governing the country. Just great.

5 hours ago, annotator said:

Not a nothing burger to those of us who supported President Trump because he vowed to extricate the US from involvement in the proxy Ukraine war. 

 

 

because he vowed

 

Not often I get two 'laugh out louds' in one day.

 

 

This is complete and total nonsense, those nuclear subs are always deployed, they're always out there cruising the seas, and all Trump did was pull a Hesgeth, by revealing national security secrets. 

 

That poor guy must really be hurting, he truly believed in King Vlad, he believed that somehow he was a man of honor, and he believed that somehow he could trust him. Trump couldn't possibly be more of a goon for believing something like that, that's what we call an extraordinary lack of education and intellectual acumen. 

6 hours ago, Tug said:

Meh….nothing burger….except he opened his mouth about deploying them.

That's what I always wonder. The reason we don't want countries like Iran to become fully nuclear capable is because they have lunatics that would use them to attack another sovereign nation. Now the US has a lunatic with the codes. Would the military heads refuse an order to launch if they deemed it one of infantile petulance?

44 minutes ago, rudi49jr said:

Yeah, right. From ‘president no new wars’ to president who started WWIII, more likely.

Aren’t you the people who claimed Trump wouldn’t start any new wars? So far he has bombed Iran, Jemen and Syria, and threatened to annex Canada, Greenland and the Panama canal by force.

And now he’s running his mouth about deploying two nuclear submarines closer to Russia. Probably just to let his pal Vlad know not to be alarmed. What a tactical mastermind! What a stable genius!

 

I don't really understand if Trump is going mentally insane now, I almost preferred Joe asleep 😆

 

5 hours ago, gargamon said:

More MAGA propaganda. The nuclear subs are ALWAYS deployed,

It isn't propaganda, just truth. You're correct, even under Sleepy Joe, the nuclear subs were always deployed. If one has to return to port for what ever reason, it's replaced by another.