Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Sergey Ryabkov
Russia is increasing the level of geopolitical conflict by saying that it could use short and medium-range missiles in Asia.
According to the TASS news agency on the 25th (local time), Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said, “We can deploy medium- and short-range missiles in the Asia-Pacific region to respond to measures of the USA.” He suggested that the United States could launch a counter-attack as it sought to install missiles in Japan and the Philippines.
Deputy Minister Ryabkov raised his voice, saying, “The use of short and medium-range missiles is an option that we have repeatedly warned about,” he said, “Other measures will depend on where the US missiles are on the practice.” He said, “Russia’s enemies should not be complacent with a false sense of security,” he added, “Russia needs stronger methods.”
The name of the specific area has not been disclosed. However, Russia signed a ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement’ with North Korea and announced mutual military assistance. Recently, joint training has been carried out with the Chinese and Indonesian navies, and it is also getting closer to Vietnam and Thailand.
Russia confirmed that there is no problem with using the intermediate range ballistic missile (IRBM) ‘Oreshnik’. Deputy Minister Ryabkov said, “There were restrictions in the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF) signed between the US and the Soviet Union in 1987, but the restrictions disappeared when the of the US that it was withdrawn in 2019.”
Responsibility for fueling the arms race was placed on the United States. Deputy Minister Ryabkov warned, “The United States is responsible for everything that is happening now,” and added, “If the escalation situation becomes a reality, it will be a direct result of the inhumane policy of the United States and Europe that Ukraine suffered. criminal intentions and plans.”
“The United States imposed this on Russia, and the moratorium is no longer valid,” said Vasily Kashin, director of the Center for International Studies at the Russian Higher School of Economic Research. It is said that the United States broke the balance by pursuing the use of missiles in Asia, after Denmark and Germany.
China’s military buildup was cited as a setback. This is because, unlike the United States or Russia, China has no restrictions on medium-to-short development and deployment. Major General Kashin said, “The United States broke the treaty out of a desire to deter China,” and added, “From Russia’s point of view, breaking the treaty was very useful. “
The United States is reportedly planning to deploy missile units in Japan and the Philippines. On the 24th, Kyodo News reported, “We plan to use Japanese and Philippine missile units as military bases in the event of an emergency in Taiwan.” In particular, the Philippines is expected to have a missile unit under the US Multi-Territory Task Force (MDTF).
In April of last year, Charles Flynn, the commander of the Pacific Command of the US Army, also expressed his intention to deploy missiles in Asia. Commander Flynn said, “The Chinese military is gradually increasing its capabilities and following a reckless path,” and added, “The US military will use launchers with medium-range capabilities.” “
The United States and Russia banned the production, testing and use of short- and medium-range missiles in accordance with the INF. In 1991, 846 American and 1846 Soviet aircraft were dismantled, and intermediate-range nuclear weapons were collected from Asia and Europe. However, when Russia deployed the Iskander short-range ballistic missile in the Baltic Sea, the Trump administration used this as an excuse to destroy the INF.
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**Given the historical context of the INF Treaty and the current geopolitical climate, what specific steps can the international community take to facilitate dialog and de-escalation of tensions between Russia, the US, and other regional powers?**
## Interview: Rising Tensions in the Asia-Pacific
**Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re diving deep into the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Asia-Pacific region, sparked by Russia’s recent warning about potential missile deployments.**
Joining us today are two distinguished experts:
* **Dr. Emily Carter:** Professor of International Security at the University of London, specializing in arms control and Russian foreign policy.
* **Mr. Jun Lee:** Senior Analyst at the East Asia Institute in Seoul, with a focus on security developments in North East Asia.
**Thank you both for joining us. Let’s begin by exploring the context of this situation.**
**Section 1: The Roots of the Standoff**
* **Dr. Carter, Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister cited the US deployment of missiles in Asia as a provocation. Could you elaborate on the historical context of this issue and the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF)?**
* **Mr. Lee, what are your thoughts on Russia’s justification for potentially deploying missiles in Asia? Do you see this as a legitimate response to US actions, or is there more at play here?**
* **Do you believe the collapse of the INF has directly contributed to the current situation, or were other factors already in motion?
**Section 2: Regional Implications and Alliances**
* **Mr. Lee, how are other countries in the Asia-Pacific region likely to react to Russia’s potential deployment of missiles? What implications could this have for regional stability and security alliances?**
* **Dr. Carter, Russia has been strengthening ties with countries like North Korea, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. What are the potential strategic implications of these alliances in the context of rising tensions?**
* **Could these alliances, coupled with the potential missile deployment, create a domino effect, leading other countries to escalate their own military capabilities?**
**Section 3: The Role of Geopolitics and Global Power Dynamics**
* **Dr. Carter, how does Russia’s stance on missile deployment fit into its broader geopolitical strategy? Is this a move to challenge US dominance in the region, or could there be other motivations at play?**
* **Mr. Lee, what are the potential risks and consequences of this escalation for global security? Could this spiral into a wider conflict involving major powers?**
* **How might this situation be de-escalated? Are there any diplomatic avenues for resolving these tensions?**
**Closing Remarks:**
* **Thank you both for your insightful perspectives. This is clearly a complex and multifaceted issue with far-reaching implications. It is vital that we continue to analyze these developments carefully and engage in constructive dialog to prevent further escalation.**
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