Today Tuesday, November 19 concerns are raised about a World War III and up to date 1000 of the Russia Ukraine war.
Russia warns which countries it could attack nuclearly in case of aggression
Faced with the tension of a possible escalation of a Third World Warthe Russian state television showed which European countries could be attacked nuclearly in case of a aggression against Russia and those who have US military bases.
This list includes countries such as:
- United Kingdom: Manchester, Brigham, Clyth (Scotland)
- Balts
- France: Paris
- Romania: Bucharest
- Czech Republic: Prague
- Germany: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Ramstein
- Devonport Naval Base
Russia prepares possible nuclear response for Ukrainian attacks with US ATACMS missiles
The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, approved today one new nuclear doctrine that allows responses with nuclear weapons to conventional attacks that threaten the sovereignty of Russia and Belarus.
“The decision on the use of nuclear weapons is made by the president of the Russian Federation,” the document states, alluding to Putin, who is also supreme commander of the Armed Forces.
The doctrinewhich replaces the one enacted in 2020, authorizes a nuclear attack in the event that the enemy conventional attack would result in “a critical threat to sovereignty I) territorial integrity” of the countries that make up the Russia-Belarus State Union.
Furthermore, it will consider “joint attack“ the aggression by a country that lacks atomic weaponsbut what have the support –whether or not it involves your direct participation– of a nuclear power.
The doctrine, published on the legal information portal of the Russian State, expands the category of military alliances against which Russia will apply the nuclear deterrence strategy.
The aggression of any State belonging to a military coalition (bloc, alliance) against the Russian Federation and (or) its allies It is seen as an aggression by the coalition as a whole”, he points out.
These last two clauses are considered by analysts as a clear warning to the United States and NATO, in case they decide to get directly involved in the conflict in Ukraine.
Russia may also resort to nuclear weapons in case of “massive attack” con war planes, cruise missiles, hypersonic, drones y other unmanned devices that violate the country’s airspace.
In turn, Russia will implement nuclear deterrent measures in case a potential enemy dispose of missile defense systems, medium and short range cruise missilesbetween other weaponswhich can be used against Russia.
Also in the event that existing military alliances integrate new memberswhich would bring its military infrastructure dangerously close to the Russian borders; and the planning and holding military exercises a large scale near the Russian borders.
In clear reference to the Baltic enclave of Kaliningrad – surrounded by NATO countries – another point refers to the adoption of deterrence measures in the event that the potential enemy takes actions to “isolate part of Russia’s territory”, which would include blocking access to vital communication routes.
At the same time, the doctrine emphasizes that Russia sees nuclear weapons as “an instrument of deterrence” of a defensive nature, the use of which is an “extreme and forced measure.”.
World War III: Ukraine challenges Russia with US missiles
He Russian Defense Ministry confirmed today the first Ukrainian attack with American-made ballistic missiles ATACMS contra a military installation in the territory of this
Five missiles were shot down and the fragments of a sixth hit the premises of a military installation. in the border region of Briansk.
“As a result, a fire broke out that was operationally extinguished. There are no deaths or injuries.”says the military statement posted on Telegram.
The attack was carried out at 03:25 in the morning (local time), “according to confirmed data, with the use of American-made ATACMS tactical missiles.”
The S-400 and Pantsir anti-aircraft batteries shot down five of the missiles, the statement said.
This attack occurs amid reports of the approval of US missiles in Russian territory. Experts believe that these actions could escalate to World War III.
Why is it believed that World War III started?
On February 24, 2022, Russia began a “special military operation” to liberate the pro-Russian population of the Ukrainian region of Donbasaccording to Vladimir Putin, Russian president.
The attack generated an immediate defense from Ukraine and the search for international support from NATO and the European Union.
Economic sanctions against Russia were the first responses from the West, while in Ukraine millions of people left their country in search of a safe haven.
Meanwhile, Russian troops began to enter Ukraine by land and the first attacks left the world stunned.
Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukrainian president who remains in power despite ending his term in May 2024, under the premise of the State of Exception, continues to seek military and economic support to defeat Russia and recover Ukrainian territory that was annexed in September 2022.
Russia had warned on several occasions that in case USA or the member countries of the I’LL TAKE with will involve in this conflict, the escalation of a Third World War was a strong possibility.
Training of Ukrainian soldiers in a photo from April 10, 2024. EFE/EPA/SERGEY DOLZHENKO
(SERGEY DOLZHENKO / EFE)
What are the implications of the U.S. providing advanced weapon systems to Ukraine in the current conflict?
Land and air, leading to widespread conflict. As the war has progressed, the situation has escalated with increasing military support being provided to Ukraine by the United States and its allies, including advanced weapon systems like the ATACMS missiles.
Tensions have been further compounded by Russia’s recent updates to its nuclear doctrine, which now permits the use of nuclear weapons in response to conventional attacks perceived as a threat to its sovereignty. This shift marks a significant change in military policy and raises alarm bells internationally, particularly among NATO members and the U.S., amid fears that any direct involvement in the conflict could lead to a wider war, potentially a World War III scenario.
The situation remains fluid, with both sides continuing to ramp up military activities and prepare for possible escalations. Analysts are closely monitoring developments, as the potential for miscalculation or unintended conflicts looms large. The ramifications of this ongoing conflict, both regionally and globally, are profound, and the world’s political landscape is being reshaped as nations respond to these unprecedented challenges.