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Russia won't use nuclear weapons against Ukraine or attack NATO, Finland's president says
The Kyiv Independent • • world
Key Points:
- Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Russia will not use nuclear weapons against Ukraine or attack NATO, with mobilization being Moscow's only option for escalating the war.
- Stubb emphasized that Russia's military losses prevent it from opening a second front in Europe, and its troop mobilization capacity is limited.
- He described fears of Russian escalation as part of Russian misinformation but advised Europe to prepare for worst-case scenarios.
- Despite political risks, Russia is expected to proceed with further mobilization in the fall due to heavy battlefield losses, indicated by recent restrictive laws in Russia.
- Stubb highlighted that China plays a key deterrent role, reportedly opposing any Russian nuclear escalation, which reinforces the improbability of nuclear use in the conflict.
