Panetta Commends Trump’s Nuclear Submarine Deployment as a Strong Message to Russia

Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has commended President Trump for the recent repositioning of nuclear submarines, viewing it as an effective signal to Russia. Panetta emphasized the importance of the United States adopting firm sanctions against Russia, highlighting that such military and diplomatic moves convey a clear stance against nuclear intimidation. He stated that Russia, under President Putin, often exhibits reckless and threatening behavior regarding nuclear arsenals, which is unacceptable. Panetta expressed approval of the current administration's strong messaging to Putin, reinforcing America's stance on nuclear deterrence.