Russia should  use a nuclear explosion to intimidate Britain’s political leadership into kowtowing to Vladimir Putin’s demands, said his adviser Sergei Karaganov, known as Professor Doomsday.

 

Sergei Karaganov, adviser to Vladimir Putin, has suggested using a nuclear explosion to intimidate Britain's leadership into compliance. Known as "Professor Doomsday," Karaganov claims that a new world war looms, which could be avoided if the West recognizes Russia's willingness to deploy atomic weapons. He advocates for replacing Western elites, including those in Britain, with leaders more amenable to Putin.

 

Karaganov views Britain and France as chief opponents in the Ukrainian conflict, urging Russia to conduct military exercises to demonstrate nuclear capability. He implies a possible test strike in the Arctic as a direct warning to both nations, asserting the potential for total destruction if hostilities escalate. Despite aggressive language, he denies personal preparations beyond basic supplies, emphasizing a desire to shift Western political dynamics.

 

The statement has heightened tension with international calls for caution, reflecting growing geopolitical strains. Karaganov's remarks underscore Russia's strategic posture, suggesting drastic measures in response to perceived Western resistance.

 

 

Key Takeaways

• Putin adviser advocates nuclear demonstration to sway UK leadership.
• Suggests Britain's and France's defiance necessitates severe deterrence.
• Intent on reshaping Western political landscapes to favor Moscow.

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Express  2025-10-28

 

 

Seems that country is suffering enough, putin would be putting them out of their misery 

Seems like a waste of a perfectly good missile.

 

Just wait a couple more years and Starmer will have completed his mission and do it for him. 

They seem to forget, The UK has nukes as well

8 minutes ago, Seppius said:

They seem to forget, The UK has nukes as well

I think they need American codes to launch them.

Do we need to pay attention to this man who has made this kind of public statement multiple times since 2022. 

55 minutes ago, BritManToo said:

I think they need American codes to launch them.

The UK does not need U.S. permission to launch its nuclear weapons, which are considered an independent deterrent

. The authority to authorize a nuclear strike rests solely with the UK Prime Minister. However, recent developments in 2025 related to NATO nuclear sharing and tactical weapons have added new layers of complexity to this arrangement

 

Key aspects of the UK's nuclear independence:

Operational control: The UK maintains full sovereign authority over its nuclear weapons system, Trident. The command and control network is entirely British, and there are no US "lock-out" mechanisms to prevent a launch.

Unique launch process: Unlike the US system, the UK's Trident submarines do not use Permissive Action Links (PALs) that require an external code to authorize a launch. The UK's system relies on a secure chain of command and military discipline.

Independent warheads: While the UK leases the Trident II D5 missile bodies from a common pool with the US, it designs, manufactures, and controls its own nuclear warheads

World suicide, including for those who push the button. Watch A House of Dynamite.

This is a direct threat to the over 2000 mosques in the UK!

be very afraid when they start wagging the finger around like that. 

 

Watch the House of Dynamite (on Netflix) to see how this might be dealt with.  A  truly scary movie.

12 minutes ago, brewsterbudgen said:

Watch the House of Dynamite (on Netflix) to see how this might be dealt with. 

 

Why watch a fictional Woke Netflix movie to see how something might be dealt with in the real world?

 

That would be like watching Adolescence to see what the causes of knife crime are in the UK. 😄

4 hours ago, CharlieH said:

Russia should  use a nuclear explosion to intimidate Britain’s political leadership into kowtowing to Vladimir Putin’s demands, said his adviser Sergei Karaganov, known as Professor Doomsday.

Very misleading, he may well have made such statements but is not a Putin adviser.

He is a Russian political scientist who heads the Council for Foreign and Defense Policy - a Russian think tank.

 

5 minutes ago, expat_4_life said:

Very misleading, he may well have made such statements but is not a Putin adviser.
He is a Russian political scientist who heads the Council for Foreign and Defense Policy - a Russian think tank.

 

 

And he's obviously smoking the same <deleted> as Medvedev.

18 hours ago, Seppius said:

The UK does not need U.S. permission to launch its nuclear weapons, which are considered an independent deterrent

. The authority to authorize a nuclear strike rests solely with the UK Prime Minister. However, recent developments in 2025 related to NATO nuclear sharing and tactical weapons have added new layers of complexity to this arrangement

 

Key aspects of the UK's nuclear independence:

Operational control: The UK maintains full sovereign authority over its nuclear weapons system, Trident. The command and control network is entirely British, and there are no US "lock-out" mechanisms to prevent a launch.

Unique launch process: Unlike the US system, the UK's Trident submarines do not use Permissive Action Links (PALs) that require an external code to authorize a launch. The UK's system relies on a secure chain of command and military discipline.

Independent warheads: While the UK leases the Trident II D5 missile bodies from a common pool with the US, it designs, manufactures, and controls its own nuclear warheads

 

And don't forget the Letters of Last Resort that each sub carries, in case contact with London is lost.

 

Intimidate the UK and France with the threat of nukes? Good one. Starmer may be a pathetic yellow weasel, but they would receive nice fresh mushrooms (that work) of their own. 

I think Putin knows that a Russian-initiated nuclear war would mean the death of Russia (as well as substantial fallout to parts of China) - thus, is Putin insane enough to commit suicide?

21 hours ago, BritManToo said:

I think they need American codes to launch them.

 

Not a bad idea considering the direction the UK is heading.

 

Third world Islamist states with nuclear weapons are a threat.  

18 hours ago, JonnyF said:

 

Why watch a fictional Woke Netflix movie to see how something might be dealt with in the real world?

 

That would be like watching Adolescence to see what the causes of knife crime are in the UK. 😄

Yes, Adolescence was also superb.  

1 minute ago, brewsterbudgen said:

Yes, Adolescence was also superb.  

 

Oh I'm sure you enjoyed the false narrative. 😄

15 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

Oh I'm sure you enjoyed the false narrative. 😄

 

I enjoyed the acting, writing and incredible direction.  I'm not really sure what you mean by a false narrative, as it was a TV show.  But maybe you're just a little confused.  Anyway, it's off topic for this thread.  Have you see 'House of Dynamite' yet?

1 minute ago, brewsterbudgen said:

 

I enjoyed the acting, writing and incredible direction. 

 

I thought it was boring, if I want to spend 15 minutes listening to someone talk inane rubbish while driving to B&Q in a van I can go visit my cousins in the UK for a week. 

 

1 minute ago, brewsterbudgen said:

 

 

I'm not really sure what you mean by a false narrative, as it was a TV show.  But maybe you're just a little confused. 

 

I know exactly what the false narrative of Adolescence was. 

 

You were the one suggesting Netflix drama "House of Dynamite" shows what would happen in a real life nuclear situation. 😄

 

1 minute ago, brewsterbudgen said:

 

Anyway, it's off topic for this thread.  Have you see 'House of Dynamite' yet?

 

No I cancelled my subscription due to the noncy, lefty, DEI, Woke tosh that they were pumping out on the regular. 

 

Cuties? Adolescence? Rachel Markle? No thanks. 🤮

 

You were the one suggesting Netflix drama "House of Dynamite" shows what would happen in a real life nuclear situation. 😄"

 

I said it showed what "might happen" in such a situation. 

20 hours ago, JonnyF said:

 

Why watch a fictional Woke Netflix movie to see how something might be dealt with in the real world?

 

That would be like watching Adolescence to see what the causes of knife crime are in the UK. 😄

Have you watched "House of Dynamite"? I have feeling answer is no. 

Maybe you are too young and/or ignorant: "Why watch a fictional Woke Netflix movie to see how something might be dealt with in the real world?" Stop and think.

1964 film "Fail Safe" was about possible nuke war with USSR & USA due in part to lack of direct communication between two sides, wrong assumptions on moves, etc. Fictions (if they are good) play out possible scenarios to consider. 

As a result of Fail Safe film, a direct 'hot line' between Moscow and Washington was established. So there is your answer as to 'why watch', if you are willing and open enough to consider it.

Wake up and smell the coffee

8 minutes ago, Emdog said:

Have you watched "House of Dynamite"? I have feeling answer is no. 

Maybe you are too young and/or ignorant: "Why watch a fictional Woke Netflix movie to see how something might be dealt with in the real world?" Stop and think.

1964 film "Fail Safe" was about possible nuke war with USSR & USA due in part to lack of direct communication between two sides, wrong assumptions on moves, etc. Fictions (if they are good) play out possible scenarios to consider. 

As a result of Fail Safe film, a direct 'hot line' between Moscow and Washington was established. So there is your answer as to 'why watch', if you are willing and open enough to consider it.

Wake up and smell the coffee

 

Dr. Strangelove seems like a more realistic portrayal of what might happen given Hegseth's Department of War.

On 10/29/2025 at 10:58 AM, Seppius said:

They seem to forget, The UK has nukes as well

Just send Andrew in retaliation, he will F### them all

Nothing to see here. Just old Sergei on the vodka again.

2 hours ago, brewsterbudgen said:

You were the one suggesting Netflix drama "House of Dynamite" shows what would happen in a real life nuclear situation. 😄"

 

I said it showed what "might happen" in such a situation. 

 

May as well watch Red Dawn (the original Patrick Swayze one) to see how the Wolverines will deal with the Evil Russkies.

 

 

3 hours ago, JimHuaHin said:

I think Putin knows that a Russian-initiated nuclear war would mean the death of Russia (as well as substantial fallout to parts of China) - thus, is Putin insane enough to commit suicide?

Putin might not be but his American lackey might.

1 hour ago, impulse said:

 

May as well watch Red Dawn (the original Patrick Swayze one) to see how the Wolverines will deal with the Evil Russkies.

 

 

A fun movie!  Love Swayze.