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Dmitri Medvedev, a prominent figure in Russia’s political landscape and closely aligned with current President Vladimir Putin, took to social media to emphasize Russia’s formidable nuclear capabilities. The context stems from a tense geopolitical situation involving Ukraine and the United States’ stance on Russia's actions in the region.
This confrontation began when Donald Trump, the former U.S. president, called for a swift resolution to the Ukraine conflict, giving Russia a mere ten days to agree to a ceasefire or face new sanctions targeting its oil exports. Medvedev responded with a stark warning, implying that Russia’s nuclear forces remain a formidable, though last resort, defense if threatened.