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What makes this situation particularly alarming is the risk of nuclear escalation. Russia possesses nuclear weapons and has historically used rhetoric and threats to deter Western intervention. The potential for long-range missile use, especially those capable of carrying nuclear warheads, sets a dangerous precedent.
Critics warn that the Biden administration's readiness to approve such weapons could inadvertently push Russia toward more aggressive and potentially nuclear postures. The fears are that miscalculations or miscommunications could spiral into unintended conflict—potentially with catastrophic consequences.