Just in: Putin rules out nuclear weapons use in Ukraine conflict

DDM News

Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that there is currently no need for the use of nuclear weapons in the ongoing war with Ukraine.

According to Diaspora digital media (DDM) he expressed hope that such a need would never arise throughout the duration of the conflict.

Putin made these remarks during a national broadcast on Sunday.

A portion of the interview, shared on Telegram by Russian state television, featured him responding to questions from a state-affiliated journalist.

The reporter asked about recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory and whether these actions might provoke a nuclear response.

In reply, Putin emphasized that Russia still possesses sufficient military strength to meet its objectives without resorting to nuclear arms.

“We have enough strength and means to bring what was started in 2022 to a logical conclusion with the outcome Russia requires,” he stated.

This refers to the full-scale invasion of Ukraine launched by Russia in February 2022.

At the time, Putin ordered tens of thousands of Russian troops into Ukrainian territory.

The Kremlin labeled the operation a “special military operation,” claiming it was aimed at protecting Russian-speaking regions and dismantling Ukraine’s military capabilities.

However, most of the international community condemned the action as an illegal invasion of a sovereign state.

Initially, Russian forces advanced rapidly and appeared poised to capture Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital.

Ukrainian resistance, supported by Western nations, forced Russian troops to withdraw from the capital and other key areas.

Despite those early setbacks, Russia maintains control over about 20 percent of Ukraine’s territory.

This includes large portions of the Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia regions in the east and south.

The conflict has since evolved into a prolonged and bloody war with high civilian and military casualties.

Millions of people have been displaced, and infrastructure across Ukraine has suffered extensive damage.

Throughout the war, fears of nuclear escalation have concerned global leaders and intelligence agencies.

Many officials worry that a desperate Russia might deploy tactical nuclear weapons if faced with military collapse.

Former CIA Director William Burns confirmed in 2022 that the U.S. saw a “real risk” of Russian nuclear use.

Such risks have influenced Western decisions on military aid and diplomatic pressure.

Despite Ukraine’s continued strikes inside Russia and against strategic targets, Putin says the nuclear threshold has not been reached.

“There has been no such necessity,” he stated.

He added that he hopes the situation never deteriorates to the point where nuclear options are considered.

Putin’s tone may signal a shift in Russia’s broader strategy, especially as discussions around peace talks reemerge.

In recent weeks, he has expressed a willingness to negotiate a settlement to end the conflict.

Meanwhile, U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump has also proposed a diplomatic solution if elected.

Trump claims he can end the war swiftly and prevent further bloodshed through direct negotiation.

Still, the reality on the ground remains grim, with frequent fighting and continued destruction.

Russia has intensified its bombardment of Ukrainian infrastructure, targeting power plants, bridges, and train networks.

Ukraine, in turn, has increased its use of long-range drones and missiles against military and logistical sites in Russia.

Both sides remain locked in a cycle of retaliation and resistance, with little room for compromise.

Though Putin’s statement rules out nuclear weapons for now, experts caution that the danger has not entirely passed.

The Kremlin has previously warned that it would use “all means necessary” if it felt Russia’s survival was at stake.

For now, Putin’s words may be aimed at calming international fears while reinforcing domestic confidence in the war effort.

It remains to be seen whether this marks a genuine restraint or a calculated strategic pause.

Until a ceasefire or settlement is reached, the world will continue to watch the conflict with concern.

As both sides push forward, the threat of escalation remains a critical global issue.

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