Moscow declares America close to lethal miscalculation
(MENAFN) Amidst escalating tensions between the United States and Russia over the Ukraine conflict, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov issued a stark warning, cautioning that the United States is perilously close to making a "fatal" miscalculation in its approach. Ryabkov's remarks come in response to reports of the United States considering allowing Kiev to use American weapons beyond what Washington deems Ukrainian territory, a move that has raised alarm bells in Moscow.
Speaking to journalists, Ryabkov expressed grave concerns over the potential ramifications of such a decision, emphasizing that American policymakers seem to underestimate the gravity of their actions and the serious response they could provoke from Russia. The purported shift in United States policy, permitting Kiev to deploy long-range American weapons deep inside Russian territory, has prompted strong rebuke from Russian officials, with President Vladimir Putin warning of "serious consequences" should such strikes occur.
Ryabkov's admonishment extended to American policymakers, urging them to heed Putin's warnings and to reconsider their approach to the crisis. He cautioned against frivolous decision-making, suggesting that some officials may be preoccupied with trivial matters rather than the weighty implications of their actions on global security.
Furthermore, Ryabkov underscored Russia's readiness to respond asymmetrically to any potential Ukrainian attack on its nuclear deterrence, holding the United States accountable for its role in permitting such actions. He criticized Washington for allegedly turning a blind eye to provocations by its Ukrainian allies, warning that there would be repercussions for such disregard.
As tensions continue to simmer between the two superpowers, Ryabkov's remarks serve as a sobering reminder of the high stakes involved in the Ukraine conflict and the imperative for cautious, diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation and preserve global stability.
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