U.S. warns Russia of consequences for nuclear threats amid Ukraine crisis
During a press conference, Matthew Miller addressed the Russian president's Thursday speech, in which Putin once again threatened the West. "This is not the first time we've encountered irresponsible rhetoric from Vladimir Putin," remarked the State Department spokesperson.
Putin issues another global threat
"All this seriously threatens a conflict involving nuclear weapons and the potential destruction of civilization. Do they not comprehend the gravity of this situation?" Putin inquired. He referenced statements French President Emmanuel Macron made concerning the potential deployment of NATO troops to Ukraine.