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Trump deploys two nuclear submarines following 'provocations' from Russia

Trump deploys two nuclear submarines following 'provocations' from Russia
Source: interestingengineering
Author: @IntEngineering
Published: 8/2/2025

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Following provocative statements by former Russian president and current deputy chairman of Russia’s security council Dmitry Medvedev regarding Moscow’s nuclear capabilities, US President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of two Ohio Class nuclear submarines to critical regions as a precautionary measure. Trump emphasized that this move was defensive, aimed at protecting American interests rather than escalating aggression. The submarines, each capable of carrying up to 24 Trident II D5 missiles with a range of 4,600 miles, represent a significant show of force in response to Medvedev’s aggressive rhetoric, including references to the Cold War-era “Dead Hand” automatic nuclear retaliation system. Trump also addressed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, blaming former President Joe Biden for the war’s outbreak and expressing frustration with Russia’s lack of compliance with his imposed ceasefire deadline. Despite Putin’s stated openness to peace talks, the conflict’s momentum remains in Russia’s favor, and no ceasefire has been agreed upon. Trump has shortened his deadline for Russia to

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