Putin Threatens Missile Production Restart

Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to restart the production of intermediate-range nuclear missiles if the U.S. proceeds with its plans to deploy long-range missiles in Germany starting in 2026. This move, according to Putin, would free Russia from its self-imposed moratorium on such weapons and lead to 'mirror measures' in response, escalating global tensions reminiscent of the Cold War. Germany has stated it will not be intimidated by these threats. The U.S. and Germany's planned deployments are seen as a commitment to NATO and European defense, with weapons including SM-6, Tomahawk cruise missiles, and potentially developmental hypersonic missiles. The UK is also considering developing long-range missiles in collaboration with Germany, further heightening the stakes. Additionally, Russian state TV has revived claims over Alaska, adding to the geopolitical tension.