Pro-Kremlin Figures Threaten Nuclear Action Against London

On a recent live broadcast, pro-Kremlin commentators, including TV host Vladimir Solovyov and reservist general Andrey Gurulev, made alarming threats to target London with nuclear weapons in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's ultimatum to end the war in Ukraine. Solovyov suggested that instead of testing nuclear capabilities on the remote Novaya Zemlya archipelago, Russia should strike London, claiming it would be perceived by the British as mere 'fireworks.' Gurulev, while previously dismissing the idea of bombing London, did not openly condemn Solovyov's comments and criticized Trump for his confrontational rhetoric, asserting that the U.S. president seems to act like 'the master of the world.' The threats come amid escalating tensions as Trump warned of severe economic repercussions for Russia if it fails to cease hostilities in Ukraine. This rhetoric reflects a broader discontent among Russian broadcasters regarding Trump's stance, further fueling the hostile narrative against the West. The ongoing economic struggles in Russia have also become a significant concern for the Kremlin as the conflict continues.