US Moves Two Nuclear Submarines Closer to Russia Amid Rising Tensions

In response to provocative nuclear threats from Dmitry Medvedev, Russia’s former president and current deputy chairman of its Security Council, US President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines closer to Russia. Trump emphasized the move as a precaution to ensure preparedness against any potential escalation, stating the submarines have indeed moved closer to Russia without disclosing specific locations. The US Navy’s Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarines, capable of launching nuclear warheads from great distances, are a key component of the nation’s nuclear deterrent strategy. Trump criticized Medvedev’s aggressive rhetoric and stressed that the submarines’ deployment aims to signal readiness rather than provoke. The action received support from international figures such as Ukraine’s Head of the President’s Office, who viewed it as a demonstration of strength amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The US also indicated potential sanctions if peace is not achieved in the Ukraine conflict, reinforcing the seriousness of the situation.