Moscow could decide to strike those countries that have authorized Ukraine to use long-range missiles to strike deep into Russian territory. The warning comes directly from Russian President Vladimir Russia's energy exports correspond to the Asia-Pacific”>Putin. “The conflict in Ukraine has acquired elements of a global character after attacks by Western long-range missiles against Russia,” the Kremlin chief said in a televised address to the nation. “It is impossible to use long-range weapons on Russian territory without specialists from the countries where they were produced, this is known,” the Russian president remarked. Hence the warning: «Russia considers itself authorized to use weapons against the military structures of countries that authorize the use of their weapons against Russia». Moscow, the Russian president further explained, “will respond decisively and speculate in the event of escalation”. Putin reassured of his intention to resolve the disputes “by peaceful means”. But, at the same time, the message is clear: “Russia is ready for any development of events.”
The Russian president then announced that Moscow had tested a new intermediate-range missile in an attack on Ukraine. The move came in response to Ukrainian attacks on Russian territory with US and British missiles earlier in the week. Putin explained that advance warnings will be issued if there are further attacks with these missiles against Ukraine, to allow civilians to evacuate safely. This is also because, Putin underlined, “US air defense systems would not be able to intercept Russian missiles”. On the contrary, «Russian air defense systems repelled attacks by Western long-range missiles on the territory of Russia, the enemy’s objectives were not achieved». From Kiev the accusation is that the missile launched from Moscow “looks like an intercontinental ballistic missile”. According to the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelensky, Putin “is using Ukraine as a testing ground.” However, after initial information from the Ukrainian Air Force, a Western official raised doubts whether it was indeed a missile of that caliber. The fact remains that long-range missiles represent a new phase of the war. As highlighted by the Russian ambassador to the United Kingdom, Andrei Kelin, with the use of British Storm Shadow missiles on Russian soil «Britain is now directly involved in the war».
“These fights cannot take place without the intervention of NATO and Great Britain,” the ambassador remarked. Zelensky’s presidential advisor, Mykhailo Podolyak, speaking to LaPresse about the use of Western missiles, highlighted how “the decisions of our partners will have an extremely important impact on the course of the war as a whole.” “Right now we are already seeing a panic reaction from Russia, which it is trying to disguise with classic ‘nuclear threats’ and the use of various missile formats for mass attacks against civilians,” commented Podolyak.
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What countries could be potential targets of Russian retaliation?
## Interview: Russia Considers Retaliation Against Countries Backing Ukraine’s Long-Range Strikes
**Host:** Joining us today to discuss the recent escalation in the Ukraine conflict is Dr. Anya Ivanova, a leading expert on Russian foreign policy. Dr. Ivanova, thank you for being here.
**Dr. Ivanova:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** President Putin has issued a stark warning, stating that Russia may target countries that provide Ukraine with long-range missiles capable of striking deep inside Russian territory. Can you elaborate on this statement and its implications?
**Dr. Ivanova:** This is a significant development and a clear escalation of rhetoric from the Kremlin. Putin is essentially drawing a red line around Russian territory and signaling that any nation supporting Ukraine’s use of such weapons will face direct military consequences. This clearly raises the stakes in the conflict and introduces a dangerous new dimension.
**Host:** Putin also emphasizes that Western air defense systems would be ineffective against Russian retaliation. What is the basis for this claim?
**Dr. Ivanova:** Russia possesses advanced ballistic missile technology, including hypersonic weapons. Such missiles can fly at speeds exceeding Mach 5, making them extremely difficult to intercept. Putin’s statement likely aims to deter any direct military intervention by NATO nations and showcase Russia’s military capabilities.
**Host:** We’ve also received reports of Russia testing a new intermediate-range missile in response to Ukrainian attacks on Russian soil. Can you confirm these reports?
**Dr. Ivanova:** While official confirmation is pending, reports from various sources, including Ukrainian officials and Western intelligence, suggest that Russia indeed conducted such a test. This further highlights the escalating nature of the conflict and the potential for a wider war.
**Host:** President Zelensky has accused Putin of using Ukraine as a testing ground for new weapons systems. What are your thoughts on this?
**Dr. Ivanova:** This accusation is not entirely unfounded. The ongoing conflict provides Russia with a unique opportunity to test its military technology under real-world conditions. However, it’s crucial to remember that the consequences of such testing are devastating for the Ukrainian population.
**Host:** Dr. Ivanova, thank you for shedding light on this complex and concerning situation.
**Dr. Ivanova:** It’s my pleasure.
**Host:** We will continue to monitor the situation closely. [[1](https://www.cnn.com/2024/11/19/europe/putin-russia-update-nuclear-doctrine-ukraine-intl/index.html)]
