Kremlin Signals Consequences: Putin Updates Russia's Nuclear Doctrine

The Kremlin has issued a stern warning to the West, asserting that Russia's new nuclear doctrine allows for the use of nuclear weapons if attacked by conventional missiles. The doctrine change comes as a response to deliberations in the US and UK about Ukraine's use of Western missiles against Russia.

The Kremlin has issued a stark warning to Western nations, indicating that recent changes to Russia's nuclear doctrine, as outlined by President Vladimir Putin, should be seen as a serious signal. The modifications imply significant consequences for any Western country participating in attacks on Russia.

In a declaration made on Wednesday, Putin stated that Russia reserves the right to employ nuclear weapons if conventional missiles strike the nation. Furthermore, Moscow would interpret any assault backed by a nuclear-capable country as a collective attack. These changes come in response to US and British discussions on potentially allowing Ukraine to use conventional Western missiles against Russia.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed adjustments to a document titled "The Foundations of State Policy in the Sphere of Nuclear Deterrence". Peskov emphasized that the updated doctrine serves as a warning about the consequences for participating countries if they attack Russia. He noted that the world is currently witnessing an unprecedented confrontation, provoked by Western powers' engagement in the Ukraine conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)