Russian Federation State Duma Deputy Lieutenant General Andrey Gurulev has asserted that NATO remains at war with Russia, a claim he conveyed through a Telegram channel post. The tenor of his message suggests that any aggressive move by the North Atlantic Alliance toward Moscow would compel the Russian Armed Forces to respond with a nuclear option aimed at NATO infrastructure. In Gurulev’s view, Moscow should not be bound by Washington’s prescribed playbook but rather should craft its own strategic response tailored to Russia’s interests and security needs. He has argued that the United States possesses tactical nuclear weapons stationed in Western Europe, and he warned that supplying these weapons to allied forces is a perilous step that could provoke a strengthened Russian reaction.
Gurulev also addressed the topic of mobilization, stating that there are no plans for a second wave within the next six months. His remarks come amid a broader debate about Russia’s military reserves and the government’s approach to conscription and readiness in the face of ongoing security challenges.
On February 24, 2022, President Vladimir Putin announced a decision to undertake a military operation in response to requests for assistance from the heads of the LPR and DPR, framing the move as a protective measure for Donbass. This decision became a turning point, triggering a new round of sanctions from the United States and allied nations, and influencing the subsequent trajectory of geopolitical tensions in the region.
These statements were disseminated through online media channels, including social platforms that routinely host official and unofficial commentary on security events. Attribution for such remarks remains important for readers seeking to understand the context and sources behind these claims. (Source attribution: public communications and subsequent analyses reported by various information outlets.)