In a move that sent shockwaves around the world, President Donald Trump announced that he has ordered two nuclear-armed U.S. submarines to reposition in regions near Russia. The action came just moments after a fiery online exchange with former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, now the deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council.
Trump made the announcement through a post on Truth Social, stating:
“I have ordered 2 new nuclear submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions just in case these foolish and inflammatory statements are more than just that. Words are very important and can often lead to unintended consequences. I hope this will not be one of those instances.”
The video below shows the breaking coverage from Fox News moments after the post went live:
Trump’s 10-Day Ultimatum
The move comes after Trump gave Russia a 10-day deadline earlier this week: agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine or face secondary tariffs and sanctions that would hit not just Russia, but also any country that continues to buy Russian oil.
This ultimatum, announced Tuesday, puts heavy economic pressure on Russia at a moment when the Kremlin is looking for ways to keep its war machine financed. Trump’s team has made it clear that these sanctions could strike at Russia’s biggest financial lifeline—energy exports.
Medvedev’s Threats and Loose Cannon Status
Medvedev responded to Trump’s ultimatum with a warning of his own, reminding the world that Russia still possesses Soviet-era nuclear “last resort” capabilities. He accused Trump of playing a “game of ultimatums” and warned that these tactics risk escalating conflict far beyond Ukraine.
Medvedev has become one of the Kremlin’s most outspoken—and unpredictable—voices since the Ukraine war began in 2022. Kremlin critics describe him as a “loose cannon,” while Western diplomats say his statements are often a window into Russia’s highest-level thinking.
Pentagon: Strategic Signaling, Not Aggression
While U.S. officials won’t comment on exact submarine positions, military experts note that this public statement is deliberate strategic signaling, not a hidden military buildup.
“The U.S. Navy already has the ability to strike Russia from multiple locations at any time,” one defense analyst told Reuters. “Making the deployment public sends a message: don’t miscalculate.”
Countdown to August 8
This high-stakes showdown is racing toward Trump’s August 8 deadline. If Russia refuses to negotiate a ceasefire, Trump has vowed to hit Moscow and its economic partners with crushing new sanctions.
The Kremlin has shown no signs of backing down so far, even as Russian missile attacks on Kyiv and other cities kill civilians and raise the pressure on Western allies to provide more air defenses.
A Return to “Peace Through Strength”
The difference between the Trump administration’s approach and Biden’s prior strategy is stark. Where Biden relied on slow, reactive diplomacy, Trump is combining diplomacy with force projection and hard economic pressure.
Supporters say this is classic “peace through strength,” while critics accuse him of brinkmanship. Either way, the world now watches as Trump draws a very visible line in the sand.
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Routine move by Pres when needed
Subs locale is unknown save to few in Navy Dept & DoD