Russia Warns US Tactical Nuclear Use in Iran Would Be Catastrophic

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has warned that the use of tactical nuclear weapons by the United States against Iran's underground uranium enrichment site at Fordow would lead to catastrophic consequences, although he described current media reports on the topic as speculative. President Donald Trump has not ruled out military options, including the use of tactical nuclear weapons, while considering whether to strike Iran, with a decision expected within two weeks. The Fordow facility is heavily fortified and located deep underground, making its destruction challenging with conventional bunker-buster bombs, leading to discussions about the potential necessity of nuclear options. US intelligence agencies have noted that Iran has not yet made a final decision to develop nuclear weapons, though Tehran's uranium enrichment levels have neared weapons-grade thresholds. Russia has also cautioned against any military action near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, warning it could cause a disaster comparable to Chernobyl. While Russia offers to mediate between Israel, the US, and Iran, Trump has publicly been reluctant to accept such offers amid escalating tensions.