Kremlin plays down Trump's nuclear rhetoric as US envoy set to visit Moscow
Summary
The Kremlin responded calmly to U.S. President Donald Trump's statement about moving nuclear submarines closer to Russia, saying it does not see an escalation. Trump ordered the submarines' move following statements by former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. A U.S. envoy, Steve Witkoff, will visit Russia soon.Key Facts
- U.S. President Donald Trump said he would move two nuclear submarines closer to Russia but didn’t specify if they were nuclear-powered or nuclear-armed.
- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov downplayed the move, suggesting it didn't mean an escalation with Russia.
- Peskov indicated that nuclear-related discussions are complex and sensitive, and warned against emotional reactions.
- Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev made comments that Trump found "highly provocative."
- Trump threatened tariffs on Russia if it does not agree to a ceasefire by a set deadline.
- Russian media reported that U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is scheduled to visit Moscow.
- Russia's main goal in the Ukraine conflict is to resolve security concerns, but its conditions are not acceptable to Ukraine and Western allies.
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