US is pushing Russia 'toward using' nuclear weapons by arming Ukraine, Belarus leader says<br />Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko expressed his concerns about the United States arming Ukraine, stating that it is pushing Russia towards using nuclear weapons.<br />Lukashenko believes that by providing long-range missiles to Ukraine, the US is escalating tensions and increasing the risk of a nuclear conflict.<br />He emphasized that if a missile were to strike Russian territory, Moscow would have no choice but to respond with a colossal retaliation.<br />Lukashenko warned that this could lead to a situation where Russia feels compelled to use its nuclear arsenal.<br />He also criticized the US for not fearing for their own safety, as they are "across the ocean."<br />Lukashenko's comments come in the wake of Russian President Vladimir Putin's statement about the possibility of revoking the ratification of a treaty banning nuclear tests.<br />This raises concerns about the stability of nuclear disarmament agreements and the potential for an arms race.<br />Lukashenko also commented on the uncertain fate of US Congress aid for Ukraine.<br />He sees it as a signal for Ukraine to accelerate its counteroffensive efforts and deploy more troops.<br />Lukashenko suggested that US President Joe Biden may be seeking a military victory in order to boost his approval ratings, as he is currently facing challenges in the polls.<br />The situation between the US, Russia, and Ukraine is becoming increasingly tense, with Lukashenko's remarks highlighting the potential risks of arming Ukraine and the potential consequences of such actions.<br />The international community will be closely watching the developments in this region.<br /><br /><br />#latestnews #news #cnn
