Trump Deploys Nuclear Subs Near Russia Amid Fiery Verbal Duel with Medvedev - Will Moscow Retaliate?

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Medvedev, known for his drastic rhetoric, countered with a grim reference to the Russian nuclear "Dead Hand" system. This system is designed to automatically launch nuclear missiles in the event of a hostile attack that wipes out Russia's leadership. A threat that is likely to cause a stir worldwide. As if that wasn't enough, Medvedev tried to hit Trump personally by calling him a "grandpa" and advising him to think about the dangers of zombies while philosophizing about the death of the Indian and Russian economy. An affront that further escalated the dispute.

Nuclear Submarines as a Show of Power?

Trump's announcement of deploying two nuclear submarines marks a new peak in this verbal duel. Although details about the planned positioning are lacking, the threat underlines the tensions between Washington and Moscow. The question remains: How will Russia respond? An official statement from the Kremlin is still pending. The public exchange of blows between Trump and Medvedev once again shows how quickly verbal provocations in international politics can escalate. While Trump emphasizes that words can have consequences, Medvedev appears to be deliberately testing the limits of what can be said. But what began as rhetorical sparring could now make serious diplomatic waves. The world is watching the further development anxiously. Will both sides dial back their aggressive rhetoric - or is further escalation looming? The situation remains tense.