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Straits Times
3 hours ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Russia's Medvedev says preemptive strikes against the West could be needed, Tass reports
Diplomats say former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's remarks give an indication of thinking among some within the political elite. MOSCOW - Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said on July 17 that the West was practically waging a full-scale war against Russia and that Moscow should respond in full and, if necessary, launch preemptive strikes, the Tass state news agency reported. Mr Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, cast himself as a liberal moderniser when he was president from 2008 to 2012, but has since emerged as an anti-Western Kremlin hawk. Diplomats say his remarks give an indication of thinking among some within the political elite. 'What is happening today is a proxy war , but in essence it is a full-scale war (launches of Western missiles, satellite intelligence, etc), sanctions packages, loud statements about the militarisation of Europe. 'It's another attempt to destroy the 'historical anomaly' hated by the West - Russia, our country,' Tass cited Mr Medvedev - who accused the West of trying to undermine Moscow for centuries - as saying. 'We need to act accordingly. To respond in full. And if necessary, launch preemptive strikes,' Mr Medvedev was quoted as saying, adding that many in the West had treachery in their blood and an outdated view of their own superiority. The US-led Nato military alliance casts Russia as a major threat and politicians across Western Europe have said that Russia, which in 2022 sent tens of thousands of troops into Ukraine, could one day attack a member of Nato. Mr Medvedev dismissed claims that Russia could one day attack Nato or Europe as complete rubbish, noting that President Vladimir Putin had repeatedly rejected such assertions too. 'The statements of Western politicians on this topic are complete nonsense. I would add that this nonsense is being deliberately thrown into the information space in order to destabilise an already difficult situation. This is another flank of the West's open war against us,' he said. Russia and the United States are by far the world's biggest nuclear powers, with about 87 per cent of all nuclear weapons, followed by China, France, Britain, India, Pakistan, Israel and North Korea, according to the Federation of American Scientists. REUTERS
Al Arabiya
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Russia's Medvedev suggests preventative strikes against the West may be needed
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said on Thursday that the West was practically waging a full-scale war against Russia so Moscow should respond in full, and if necessary launch preventative strikes, state TASS news agency reported. 'We need to act accordingly. Respond in full. And if necessary, launch preventative strikes,' Medvedev was quoted as saying by TASS. Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's powerful Security Council, dismissed statements by Western officials that Russia could attack Europe as complete rubbish. 'Let me remind you that our president has unequivocally stated that Russia has no intention of fighting NATO or 'attacking Europe',' Medvedev said.
Saba Yemen
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Iran Rejects US Allegations Against It Regarding Yemen and Red Sea
New York – Saba: The Islamic Republic of Iran announced its rejection of the United States' false allegations and accusations against Iran regarding the Red Sea and Yemen. In a letter addressed to the President of the UN Security Council and the UN Secretary-General, Ambassador Amir Iravani, the letter affirmed that "the Islamic Republic of Iran remains committed to all its international obligations and relevant Security Council resolutions, and continues to support the comprehensive Yemeni-led peaceful political process." Whatsapp Telegram Email more of (International)
See - Sada Elbalad
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Security Council to hold session on Israeli escalation in Syria
Basant Ahmed Syrian media reported, citing a diplomatic source, that the UN Security Council will hold a session, Thursday, regarding the Israeli escalation in Syria. A diplomatic source said the Security Council received a request from Syria to hold an emergency session regarding the Israeli escalation. Syrian media, citing a diplomatic source, confirmed that the UN Security Council received a request from Syria to hold an emergency session regarding the Israeli escalation. Thousands of Syrians demonstrated on Wednesday in Damascus, Aleppo, Hama, and Latakia to condemn the Israeli aggression against the country and reject foreign interference in its affairs. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream
United News of India
10 hours ago
- Business
- United News of India
Guinness owner Diageo's CEO steps down after 2 years
World New York, July 17 (UNI) Diageo, the world's biggest spirits maker, announced that its CEO Debra Crew has stepped down by 'mutual agreement' after being in the role for just two years. The abrupt change comes amidst sluggish sales across the alcohol industry, which has also affected Diageo brands -- Johnnie Walker whisky, Casamigos tequila and Guinness beer, as well as the threat of increased tariffs from the United States, reports CNN. In a press release issued yesterday, the London-based company said Crew is leaving with 'immediate effect.' Nik Jhangiani, Diageo's chief financial officer, will become the interim CEO as Diageo conducts a 'comprehensive' search process. Sir John Manzoni, Diageo's board chairman, thanked Crew for 'steering the company through the challenging aftermath of the global pandemic and the ensuing geopolitical and macroeconomic volatility.' Diageo's stock (DEO) has lost about 44 percent of its value since Crew became CEO in June 2023. She announced in May a plan that would slash US$500 million in costs and potentially sell some brands over the next three years. UNI XC SS Guinness owner Diageo's CEO steps down after 2 years 17 Jul 2025 | 7:10 AM New York, July 17 (UNI) Diageo, the world's biggest spirits maker, announced that its CEO Debra Crew has stepped down by 'mutual agreement' after being in the role for just two years. see more.. Babies made using 3 people's DNA born free of hereditary disease 17 Jul 2025 | 6:49 AM London, July 17 (UNI) By employing the pioneering technique, eight babies have been born in the UK using genetic material from three people to prevent devastating and often fatal conditions, doctors said today. see more.. 3 dead, 7 injured as passenger bus targeted in Balochistan 17 Jul 2025 | 12:46 AM Kalat, July 16 (UNI) At least three people were killed and seven others sustained injuries after unidentified assailants opened gunfire on a passenger coach travelling from Karachi to Quetta near a checkpost in Balochistan's Kalat, police said on Wednesday. see more.. Russian Secretary of Security Council Sergei Shoigu calls NATO one of Moscow's biggest national security threats 16 Jul 2025 | 10:56 PM Moscow, July 16 (UNI) Russian Security Council Secretary, Sergey Shoigu, has called NATO one of Moscow's biggest 'national security' threats, citing the international alliance's decision to increase its overall defence spending to 5% of its GDP by 2035. see more.. Israeli official says peace agreement with Syria depends entirely on regime behaviour 16 Jul 2025 | 10:07 PM Tel Aviv/Damascus, July 16 (UNI) Shortly after Israel's attacks on Syria due to violence against the indigenous Druze community, and the US bid for calm, Tel Aviv has put the onus of reaching peace on Damascus, with a senior official stating that any kind of peace agreement with the new Syrian administration 'depends on how the regime behaves.' 'Everything depends on how this regime behaves. There's no doubt things have taken a negative turn in the past few days, after a brief period of calm. But we're not deluding ourselves,' said the official, reports Times of Israel. see more..
