From the Kremlin, they emphasize their opposition to the support Ukraine has received from its Western allies. They claim to “clarify” their nuclear doctrine.
On August 27, Russia accused the West of “playing with fire” by supporting Ukraine and warned USA that the outbreak of a possible third world war would not be limited to the only Europe .
The threats, which experts say are part of Moscow’s usual rhetoric, were made by Kremlin Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, who He said they were “looking for trouble” when considering the country’s requests from President Volodymyr Zelensky.
At a press conference in Moscow, he said: “We confirm once again that Playing with fire – and they are like little children playing with matches – is very dangerous for the adults in their care. arm nuclear in any Western country.
“The Americans unequivocally associate discussions about World War III with something that, God forbid, if it happens, will affect Europe exclusively,” he added.
At the same time, he confirmed that Russia ‘clarifies’ its nuclear doctrine .
With this last one discussed the reasons why President Vladimir Putin would consider using of weapons of this type.
In general, the criteria they presented in 2020 consider their use as a response to an attack with nuclear, mass destruction or conventional weapons, “when the very existence of the State is threatened” .
Lavrov’s statements have arrived a few weeks after Ukrainian troops began an incursion into Russian territory, notably through the cross-border Kursk region since August 6th.
This reflects a significant shift in the country’s military strategy, which has been facing an invasion by Russian forces since February 24, 2022 .
Since the beginning of the war, Putin has repeatedly warned of the risk of escalation following the support Ukraine has received.
He clarified, however, that Its aim is not to seek direct conflict with the United States and the countries of NATO .
Why Russia Threatened That a Possible Third World War Could Reach America
After Ukraine launched its offensive on Kursk, President Zelensky suggested to his allies not to be afraid of threats from the Kremlin that a wider war could be unleashed.
He also recalled that Some restrictions have been imposed on the use of weapons They cannot therefore use it to defend their territory.
In this sense, He insisted that more facilities be allowed to use it and thus be able to attack specific military targets of the Russian army.
For his part, Russia accuses Ukraine of using Western weapons – including British tanks and American rockets – in its offensive. in Kursk
Faced with such claims, the Ukrainian authorities confirmed the use of American HIMARS missiles to destroy bridges in the said Russian region.
After the raid began in early August, The United States has assured that it had no prior knowledge kyiv projects.
In the same way, He stressed that he had not participated in the operation. .
Nevertheless, from Russia, they rejected these statements .
Foreign Intelligence Chief Sergei Naryshkin said that In the Kremlin, they do not believe Western claims that they have nothing to do with with the offensive on Kursk.
According to the agency Reuters Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov went further and He said that US involvement is “a no-brainer.” .
On the same day that Lavrov threatened the United States with an escalation of the conflict, Zelensky said he would present a plan to US President Joe Biden to end the war. with Russia.
He said that The proposal would also be presented to his two possible successors Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, who are in the midst of a presidential race in the November elections.
“The main goal of this plan is to force Russia to end the war. And that’s what I really want, for it to be fair for Ukraine.” Zelensky stressed at a press conference in Kyiv.
Although he did not provide further details on the case, he said that hopes to travel to the United States in September to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
If realized, you have scheduled an appointment with President Biden.
On August 19, Lavrov said: Kremlin has no intention of entering into negotiations to end the conflict after the Ukrainian incursion into Kursk.
On the other hand, Zelensky insisted that Russia wanted to dictate its terms to Ukraine for any possible agreement.
Indeed, Putin said that any negotiations must begin with Ukraine accepts ‘ground realities’ .
Above would leave Russia in possession of significant portions of four Ukrainian regions, as well as Crimea saves Reuters.
The raid having started on August 6, Ukrainian authorities claim to have already managed to control more than 1,200 square kilometers of the Russian region. from Kursk.
Zelensky stressed at the press conference that “today’s dialogue is in principle empty and meaningless, because (Putin) does not want to end the war through diplomacy “.
In the meantime, Ukraine continues its cross-border offensive while defending its territory against attacks which Russia has maintained for more than two years since February 2022.
Various analysts assume that Part of its strategy is precisely for the Kremlin to divert its resources to the areas currently under attack. on their side of the border.
Source: Latercera
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