Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, stated that Russia could launch a nuclear strike on Ukraine without retaliation from NATO, arguing that Western nations prioritize their own security over Ukraine.
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Dmitry Medvedev believes Russia can launch a nuclear strike on Ukraine with impunity because NATO will not intervene.
US Press Secretary Karin Jean-Pierre stated there are no signs Moscow is preparing to use nuclear weapons.
US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken reported the US administration has a plan for if Russia uses nuclear weapons.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated he does not believe Vladimir Putin is bluffing about using nuclear weapons.
Dmitry Medvedev said Russia would use nuclear weapons if (Russia) or our allies are attacked with this type of weapon or if aggression with the use of conventional weapons threatens the very existence of our state.
Medvedev added that NATO will never dare to directly intervene in the conflict in this scenario because of the fear of a nuclear apocalypse.
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