Moscow Urges Caution on Nuclear Rhetoric: A Hypocritical Plea
Following President Trump’s order to reposition two nuclear submarines in response to “provocative” remarks, Moscow responded by urging caution regarding nuclear rhetoric. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated they were “very attentive” to nuclear non-proliferation and downplayed the significance of the submarine deployment, as the U.S. already had submarines on combat duty. The move was prompted by comments from former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, who characterized Trump’s threats of sanctions as a step towards war. As an Aug. 8 deadline approaches for a Ukraine ceasefire, Trump’s special envoy is expected to visit Russia.
John Q. Hosedrinker