Kremlin will be afraid to use nukes – Ukrainian Major Omelyan

This statement comes from Volodymyr Omelyan, Major in the Ukrainian Armed Forces, former diplomat, Minister of Infrastructure (2016–2019), and politician, during his appearance on Espreso TV.

According to Omelyan, the global community, including China, firmly opposes such a scenario.

"Russia’s strategy of pounding Ukrainian cities and villages isn’t new — it’s been happening for centuries. What’s changed are the weapons. And while Russia hasn’t backed down, the Kremlin won’t dare use nuclear weapons. They know the world order hasn’t shifted, and no one has granted them permission to cross that line. Even their loyal ally Beijing would never support such a move," Omelyan explained.

Ukraine must be prepared for the ongoing war and acknowledge that another war in the future is inevitable. It is crucial to adopt a more strategic approach and show stronger leadership now, the major added.

"Frankly, I’m disappointed by President Zelenskyy's recent remarks about Crimea and his claim of readiness to fight without U.S. support. No ceasefire will mean the war is over. Ukraine must restock ammunition and replace its patchwork of weapons with standardized, mass-produced models. That’s a responsibility for either the current president or whoever comes next if he fails."

• On November 19, Russian leader Vladimir Putin officially signed off on a new nuclear doctrine, granting himself full authority to decide on nuclear weapon use.
• The Pentagon later responded, saying Moscow's move came as no surprise. They see no signs of Russia preparing to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine.