Russia shifts nuclear doctrine as Putin seeks new world order
The Chief of the National Security Bureau warned about the Kremlin's actions. "Russia is heading towards changing the world order," stated Jacek Siewiera.
The Chief of the NSB addressed the potential threat posed by Vladimir Putin’s plans to change the doctrine of nuclear weapons use. He also commented on Alexander Lukashenko's threats to use these weapons against countries like Poland.
According to Siewiera, we are dealing with another phase of the Russian psychological war, this time utilizing the military-political tool of the doctrine of strategic means.
"Paradoxically, nuclear weapons are most effective as long as they are not used, especially in the context of warning, signaling, and influencing policy by delineating so-called red lines. The change in the Russian doctrine should spark a serious debate about the fact that a state that is a permanent member of the UN Security Council is changing its doctrine not in peacetime but during a war—a war that it is unable to win according to the established plan," said Siewiera.
He mentioned further that Russia's actions are driven by the demands of the ongoing military conflict and its aim to achieve a more significant, strategic reshaping of the global order.
Russia's actions are "attempts to establish red lines for western countries"
Siewiera noted that the change in the doctrine is occurring alongside two processes. One is an advanced and developing international dialogue on deep strikes by Ukraine on Russian Federation territory.
He also mentioned, "The second process is attempts to steer the conflict towards diplomatic solutions that serve Russia's interests and are carried out on its terms." He concluded, "Both of these vectors are attempts to establish red lines for Western countries."
