Russia warns of nuclear defence: including pre-emptively 7 W/ nukes, to defend itself

BillCosby · 01-19-2008, 12:52 PM

Russia warns of nuclear defence
Gen Yuri Baluyevsky
Gen Baluyevsky sees a threat from countries seeking global hegemony
Russia's military chief of staff has said Moscow is ready to use force, including pre-emptively and with nuclear weapons, to defend itself.

Gen Yuri Baluyevsky said Russia had no plans to attack anyone, but it was important that other countries clearly understood its leaders' resolve.

Correspondents say the general's remarks do not mark a shift in policy.

But they are the latest in a string of assertive comments from Moscow when relations with the West are strained.

In a speech to a military conference broadcast on state-run cable TV, Gen Baluyevsky said there were potential threats to Russia from international terrorism or countries seeking global or regional hegemony.

"We do not intend to attack anyone, but we consider it necessary for all our partners in the world community to clearly understand ... that to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Russia and its allies, military forces will be used, including preventively, including with the use of nuclear weapons," he said.

Conventional decline

President Vladimir Putin approved a new military doctrine in 2000 which stated that Russia might use nuclear weapons against nuclear or large-scale conventional attack.

Analysts say the doctrine reflects the decline in Russia's conventional forces, which can no longer be relied upon to counter aggression.

But correspondents say it is unusual for a defence official to specifically mention nuclear weapons in remarks on preventive strikes.

The remarks come days after Mr Putin appointed hardliner Dmitri Rogozin as the country's new ambassador to Nato.

Relations with the West have deteriorated in recent years, most notably with Moscow strongly opposing plans by the alliance to set up missile defence sites in Poland and the Czech Republic.

Russia has responded by suspending the Conventional Forces in Europe (CFE) Treaty.

Jonesy · 01-20-2008, 04:53 AM

So will Russia nuke us if I say something like, "Their rockets are powered by vodka."?

MarkMiller · 01-20-2008, 05:08 AM

Before I rush off to bed I have to say this.

Ronald Reagan did not end the Cold War. It is still here, lying dormant just waiting for the right moment....cue George W. Bush. Given the right leaders...it can even become VERY hot. Kaboom.

Jonesy · 01-20-2008, 05:09 AM

Jonesy · 01-20-2008, 06:42 AM

Malkavian · 01-20-2008, 09:52 AM

It's true. You figured out our greatest secret. Now we'll have send spy squirrels after you

BillCosby · 01-20-2008, 10:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Zaius

Before I rush off to bed I have to say this.

Ronald Reagan did not end the Cold War. It is still here, lying dormant just waiting for the right moment....cue George W. Bush. Given the right leaders...it can even become VERY hot. Kaboom.

What good that could have come out of it seems to be mostly squandered............

They are totally surrounded.... I wonder how the usa would respond if Mexico & Canada joined the warsaw pact............

Jonesy · 01-20-2008, 08:44 PM

Someday, my masterpiece will be in the Louvre.

EvilMonkey · 01-20-2008, 09:01 PM

They can scream they are going to nuke us all day long but in the end it's a no win situation for either side and we both lose. Any sane person understands this.

Jonesy · 01-20-2008, 09:23 PM

I was born with surgeon's penmanship. In some cases though, my 2-year-old caliber drawings work out in hilarious ways.

01-19-2008, 12:52 PM	#1 (permalink)
BillCosby The party of the pissed!! Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 4,504 My Mood: Thanks: 183 Thanked 119 Times in 92 Posts	Russia warns of nuclear defence: including pre-emptively 7 W/ nukes, to defend itself Russia warns of nuclear defence Gen Yuri Baluyevsky Gen Baluyevsky sees a threat from countries seeking global hegemony Russia's military chief of staff has said Moscow is ready to use force, including pre-emptively and with nuclear weapons, to defend itself. Gen Yuri Baluyevsky said Russia had no plans to attack anyone, but it was important that other countries clearly understood its leaders' resolve. Correspondents say the general's remarks do not mark a shift in policy. But they are the latest in a string of assertive comments from Moscow when relations with the West are strained. In a speech to a military conference broadcast on state-run cable TV, Gen Baluyevsky said there were potential threats to Russia from international terrorism or countries seeking global or regional hegemony. "We do not intend to attack anyone, but we consider it necessary for all our partners in the world community to clearly understand ... that to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Russia and its allies, military forces will be used, including preventively, including with the use of nuclear weapons," he said. Conventional decline President Vladimir Putin approved a new military doctrine in 2000 which stated that Russia might use nuclear weapons against nuclear or large-scale conventional attack. Analysts say the doctrine reflects the decline in Russia's conventional forces, which can no longer be relied upon to counter aggression. But correspondents say it is unusual for a defence official to specifically mention nuclear weapons in remarks on preventive strikes. The remarks come days after Mr Putin appointed hardliner Dmitri Rogozin as the country's new ambassador to Nato. Relations with the West have deteriorated in recent years, most notably with Moscow strongly opposing plans by the alliance to set up missile defence sites in Poland and the Czech Republic. Russia has responded by suspending the Conventional Forces in Europe (CFE) Treaty. __________________ Preventive war is not war!!!!Counter-terror is not terror Last edited by BillCosby; 01-19-2008 at 12:54 PM.
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Jonesy Truth Lion Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,554 Thanks: 10 Thanked 32 Times in 23 Posts	So will Russia nuke us if I say something like, "Their rockets are powered by vodka."?
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MarkMiller Dr. Zaius, Mark M. Archery 2000 Champion! Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 4,317 Thanks: 72 Thanked 47 Times in 37 Posts	Before I rush off to bed I have to say this. Ronald Reagan did not end the Cold War. It is still here, lying dormant just waiting for the right moment....cue George W. Bush. Given the right leaders...it can even become VERY hot. Kaboom.
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Malkavian Milked Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Resting in Peace Posts: 4,234 My Mood: Thanks: 203 Thanked 54 Times in 47 Posts	It's true. You figured out our greatest secret. Now we'll have send spy squirrels after you __________________ Woof!
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