US warns Russia of ‘decisive response’ if it uses nuclear weapons

This was stated by White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan in an interview with CBS News. The possible use of nuclear weapons “must be taken very seriously” for the first time since II. World War.

“We have conveyed directly to the Kremlin that any use of nuclear weapons, in particular, at very high levels, will cause harm. catastrophic consequences “For Russia, the United States and our allies will respond decisively.”

Putin’s threat

In a televised speech last Wednesday, Putin spoke of “weapons of the future”. to warn NATO said Russia has a “unique” nuclear arsenal that enables it to counter any Western threat.

“I would like to remind you that our country also has it. different attack systems and in some components they are more modern than those belonging to NATO countries,” he threatened.

In Sullivan’s view, tThe US, both publicly and privately, has been “clear and specific” about what a possible use of nuclear weapons would entail.Joe Biden insisted his government would “respond decisively”.

The US government adviser added, Will continue to support Ukraine in its efforts to defend the country and its democracy He reminded that more than $15,000 million in aid was provided for weapons and air defense systems.

In the meeting, Sullivan also referred to the current state of the Russian Army and assured that the call for citizen mobilization was made. “not exactly a sign of strength or confidence”, “a sign that they have suffered a lot on the Russian side”.