A warning from a Russian nationalist politician has been issued to Europe amid efforts to respond to recent threats made by the US President. Aleksey Zhuravlev, aged 63, expressed his views on leaders like Donald Trump, accusing him of believing he is superior and suggesting that such figures have historically brought calamity to the world. Zhuravlev hinted that in the event of a conflict with the US, Europe could seek refuge in Russia for protection.
This statement follows Trump’s reiterated interest in acquiring Greenland for national security reasons, a move that has sparked discussions within the EU. Zhuravlev, posting on Telegram, highlighted Trump’s assertive actions towards Venezuela and Greenland and criticized his perceived sense of omnipotence, which he believes poses a significant global threat.
Deputy chairman of the Russian parliament’s defence committee, Zhuravlev previously proposed supplying nuclear-capable Russian missiles to Venezuela and Cuba in response to US activities in Venezuela. Recently, he advocated for a forceful response to the US capture of a Russian-flagged oil tanker, suggesting the use of torpedoes and emphasizing the readiness to employ nuclear weapons if necessary.