Post by : Jyoti Gupta

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Tensions between the United States and Russia have once again made headlines after former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he had ordered two American nuclear submarines to be sent out amid rising global military tensions. However, Russian officials have downplayed the move, saying they are not alarmed by Trump's order and have been closely monitoring American submarine movements for a long time.

The situation has sparked renewed concerns over global security and the risk of conflict, but Russian leaders have called for calm, stating that direct war between the U.S. and Russia must be avoided at all costs.

Russian Parliament Official Says "We’re Not Worried"

A senior Russian leader from the country’s Parliament stated that Moscow is not frightened by the reported deployment of U.S. nuclear submarines. According to him, Russia already maintains a strong presence in international waters and has more nuclear-powered submarines active in the world’s oceans than the United States.

In his remarks, he said, “Let them sail. We’ve had our eyes on them for a while. There is no reason to react emotionally to Trump’s orders.” He added that Russia’s military has been tracking the movement of American submarines for quite some time through advanced surveillance systems and satellite monitoring.

The official emphasized that the current moment demands calm, not conflict. He further stated, “It would be better if the United States and Russia could sit down for peaceful talks. The world doesn’t need more fear of World War III. It needs diplomacy and understanding.”

Russian Experts Dismiss Trump’s Comments as Emotional

A well-known Russian foreign policy analyst also spoke on the issue, suggesting that Trump’s remarks should be taken lightly. He explained that the former U.S. President is known for making bold and emotional statements without full coordination with military leaders or advisors.

“Trump often speaks first and thinks later,” the expert said. “Even the Pentagon may have been caught off guard by his comments.” According to the expert, unless Trump continues to speak aggressively or pushes for further military action, there may not be any real change in U.S. military operations.

This opinion highlights the possibility that Trump’s words were more of a political gesture than a signal of actual military escalation. The Russian side seems to believe that the U.S. is not seriously planning to provoke Russia militarily—at least not yet.

Stock Market Reacts, But No Panic

Following Trump’s statement, Russia’s main stock market index saw a small dip on Friday evening. While this reaction shows some market nerves, it was not a major crash or panic sell-off.

Analysts believe that investors are being cautious, watching for any signs that the situation could get worse. However, because Russia’s response has been calm and measured, markets have not reacted with major fear.

A financial analyst in Moscow said, “There is concern, of course, but not panic. Russia’s government is acting responsibly and sending signals that it does not want a direct military clash.”

Russia’s Foreign Minister Calls for Peace

Meanwhile, Russia’s Foreign Minister also spoke out and supported peaceful engagement with the United States. He said that despite rising military tensions in Europe—especially due to NATO’s actions and Ukraine’s push to join the alliance—there is still agreement between Washington and Moscow on one very important point: There must never be a direct war between Russia and the United States.

He noted that while some European countries are using loud language about fighting Russia, a senior U.S. official recently made it clear that America does not want a direct confrontation. The Russian minister said that his country fully agrees and that the Kremlin is open to talks and peaceful solutions.

He added, “We want peace, not escalation. We are ready to talk, but we must be respected. Our security concerns must be taken seriously, not ignored.”

The Bigger Picture: NATO, Ukraine, and Rising Global Tension

This new round of verbal exchanges comes at a time when the world is already watching the growing tension between NATO and Russia. Ukraine’s continued attempts to join the NATO military alliance have angered Moscow, which sees NATO expansion as a direct threat to its national security.

European leaders have increased military spending, sent more weapons to Ukraine, and publicly criticized Russia. In response, Russia has boosted its defense readiness but has avoided direct conflict with NATO forces.

Trump’s comments about nuclear submarines have added a new layer of worry to this already tense environment. However, many experts agree that unless both sides make more aggressive moves, the situation will likely stay under control.

Russia Urges Diplomacy Over Drama

Russia’s reaction to Trump’s nuclear submarine announcement has been calm, focused, and centered on peace. Instead of making threats or matching the move with military action, Russian leaders have emphasized dialogue, de-escalation, and mutual understanding.

While the world continues to watch closely, Russia’s message is clear: “Don’t panic. We are watching. But we want peace, not war.”

As the U.S. prepares for its next presidential election and Europe remains on edge, voices for peace and responsible leadership have never been more important. This is a critical time to choose diplomacy over drama.

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