On Monday, President Donald Trump vehemently criticized former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev for his alarming assertions regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities. Medvedev, who currently serves as the deputy chairman of Russia's security council, suggested that multiple countries are poised to supply Iran with nuclear warheads in light of recent U.S. military strikes on significant Iranian nuclear facilities. Trump took to Truth Social to question the validity of Medvedev's statement, asking, "Did he really say that or, is it just a figment of my imagination?"
In his post, Trump emphasized the gravity of the term "Nuclear," which he referred to as the "N word," and criticized Medvedev for what he perceives as a casual treatment of such a serious matter. Despite his criticism, Trump’s response hinted at a similar tone of nuclear saber-rattling, reflecting a potential sense of empowerment following his recent military orders against Iran.
Trump boasted about the strength of U.S. military assets, stating that the nation possesses "the strongest and best equipment" in the world, particularly highlighting the superiority of the U.S. Nuclear Submarines. He described these submarines as "the most powerful and lethal weapons ever built" and remarked, "I guess that's why Putin's 'THE BOSS.'" This comment underscores the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Russia, particularly in the context of military capabilities and nuclear deterrence.
Medvedev's comments came as a response to the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, which Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed had significantly weakened Iran's nuclear ambitions. However, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported that there had been no detected increase in off-site radiation levels following the attacks, casting doubt on the effectiveness of the U.S. military actions.
In a Sunday interview, Vice President JD Vance refrained from asserting that the U.S. had definitively destroyed Iran's nuclear sites, although he expressed confidence that the strikes had delayed Iran's nuclear program significantly. Conversely, Medvedev asserted that Iran's nuclear infrastructure had only suffered minor damage and claimed that several countries are prepared to directly provide Iran with nuclear warheads in the aftermath of the strikes.
Medvedev also took the opportunity to mock Trump, suggesting that the U.S. is entangled in yet another conflict that is largely opposed by the international community. He remarked, "At this rate, Trump can forget about the Nobel Peace Prize — not even with how rigged it has become," highlighting the growing frustrations surrounding U.S. foreign policy.
In response to the U.S. military actions, Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the strikes as "absolutely unprovoked aggression" and stated that Russia is actively working to support the Iranian people. This statement reflects the deepening geopolitical rift between Russia and the United States, particularly concerning military interventions and nuclear proliferation.
