Russia is talking tough again, this time in the form of Putin insider and former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. Speaking with the Russian state media propaganda outlet Tass, Medvedev blustered about NATO’s support for Ukraine, in particular the deployment of Patriot air-defense missiles, and stated that a pre-emptive strike may be required.
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Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said Moscow should consider launching “preemptive strikes” against the West as the U.S. and its NATO allies ratchet up defensive support for Ukraine.
“The statements of Western politicians on this topic are complete nonsense,” Medvedev, deputy chair of Russia’s security council, said in an interview with state media outlet Tass, according to Reuters reporting.
“We need to act accordingly. To respond in full. And if necessary, launch preemptive strikes,” he added.
That’s dangerous talk; the Patriot systems, while they will be operated by Ukrainian troops, will be routed to Ukraine through the auspices