Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin has expressed serious concerns about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, labeling the daily advances of Russian forces as "very concerning" and warning that if Ukraine is defeated, NATO could be drawn into a direct military conflict with Russia. In statements made to Congress and echoed in various public remarks, Austin highlighted these advances as deeply worrying and emphasized the disadvantage Ukraine faces without renewed American aid, specifically pointing out the threat of a shortage of artillery and air defense ammunition. He stressed the importance of support to prevent "incremental territorial gains" by Russia. Austin's comments have sparked reactions from both Russian officials, who accused the U.S. of aggressive policies, and international observers, raising fears of a broader conflict. Russian representatives, including official spokesperson Maria Zakharova and the Russian Defense Minister, have countered Austin's statements, asserting Russia's readiness to repel any aggression and criticizing the U.S. stance as provocative, with Zakharova calling Austin's statement "insane".
Pentagon warns of direct Russia-NATO clash as the US defense secretary calls for additional funding for Kiev’s war effort before it’s too late https://t.co/UYRJBfHSoR https://t.co/r5GwhongcX
The words of Pentagon chief Austin about a possible clash between NATO and Russia proves that the United States has such a plan, said Sergei Lavrov. https://t.co/qNqKA51dEC
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, by saying that NATO and Russia could end up fighting each other if Ukraine is defeated, proved that the US has a plan for it, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at a diplomatic conference in Antalya: https://t.co/5utQeztH44 https://t.co/sTyXlY9DuW
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin believes a war between NATO and Russia will become inevitable if Ukraine falls and Vladimir Putin is not stopped. https://t.co/As7ZhrjE6t
Gen. Milley warns over lunch with @Dimi @FT that without US support Russia will over time gain strategic advantage that will be devastating. “It will be tragic, because at that point the Ukrainians will no longer be able to successfully defend themselves.” https://t.co/jQVnvAg1O1
Pentagon Chief: If Ukraine Is Defeated, NATO Will Be At War With Russia Austin’s words before Congress reveal the world truly stands on the precipice of a nuclear nightmare… https://t.co/W8JyDII6KY
Austin: If Ukraine falls, I believe that NATO will enter the fight with Russia ZAKHAROVA CALLED THIS STATEMENT BY THE HEAD OF THE PENTAGON IN THE US CONGRESS "INSANE" Lloyd Austin admits that he is very worried by the news that Russian forces are successfully advancing on the… https://t.co/7KCAZniDbM
🇺🇸🇷🇺🇺🇦🚨‼️ “If Ukraine Falls, NATO Will Fight Against Russia” – Lloyd Austin "If Ukraine loses, Putin will not stop, he will continue to attack and seize the sovereign territory of his neighbors," Austin claimed during a House Armed Services Committee hearing. Adding, "And if… https://t.co/TWxPz2QNir
#Russia says that U.S. Defense Secretary Austin warnings from a war between NATO and Moscow if #Ukraine falls are "extremely irresponsible"
Ukraine's defeat in the current conflict threatens a military clash between NATO and Russia, Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin said at a House hearing: “Frankly, if Ukraine falls, I really believe that NATO will enter the fight with Russia.” The minister also called very alarming… https://t.co/d7AnwrrlPK
Pentagon Chief: If Ukraine Is Defeated, NATO Will Be At War With Russia https://t.co/f6fJZm1tkW
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin: "If you're a Baltic state, you're really worried about whether or not you're next. They know Putin, they know what he's capable of...Quite frankly, if Ukraine falls, I really believe that NATO will be in a fight with Russia" Stand with Ukraine🇺🇦 https://t.co/crNW5EK8XR
NATO will be drawn into war with Russia if Ukraine loses: Lloyd Austin https://t.co/ApFCJ3nWVq https://t.co/GqWkUQO0Xe
NATO can expect the fate of Ukraine if they continue their aggressive policy - the head of the State Duma military committee Kartapolov in response to the words of Lloyd Austin https://t.co/Iiszj928OG
‼️ If Ukraine loses, NATO will fight Russia – Pentagon chief https://t.co/ohhVK2qQhs
Russian Defense Minister: Russia has all the necessary means and capabilities to repel any enemy encroaching on the country's territory, and we take into account the West's statements about the possibility of sending NATO forces to Ukraine. https://t.co/TIaIyWwEHt
Pentagon chief Austin called the daily advance of Russian troops "very concerning" and warned that without renewed American aid, Ukraine will remain at a disadvantage. "We see every single day that the Russians continue to push and push for incremental territorial gains," Austin… https://t.co/naWl7k4a8l
"Now everyone sees that the aggressor is Washington," said Maria Zakharova, the official representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, after the words of the head of the Pentagon about "a possible conflict between Russia and NATO if Ukraine is defeated." https://t.co/6Kta8ngjLt
US Secretary of Defense: The daily advance of Russian forces in Ukraine is “deeply worrying,” and we see every day that the Russians continue to push for additional territorial gains https://t.co/LXeKSZ0CgX
US Secretary of Defense: Due to the lack of support from the United States, Ukraine is threatened by a shortage of artillery and air defense ammunition https://t.co/UUCvb00cNJ
US Secretary of Defense: If Ukraine is defeated, NATO will have to fight Russia. Chairman of the Russian Defense Committee: NATO should expect the same fate as Ukraine if it continues its aggressive policies against Russia. https://t.co/dbKflfQ1QF
American politics is quite something. As Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tries to articulate his concerns about *WWIII*, he’s not allowed to finish this sentence: “If Ukraine falls, I really believe that NATO will be in a fight with Russia, and I—” https://t.co/E7Z3Mf5hjg
🤔 If Ukraine is defeated, NATO will have to "fight against Russia", - Pentagon chief, Lloyd Austin 👀 He called the Russian advance "very concerning" and warned that without renewed American aid, Ukraine would continue to be at a disadvantage. https://t.co/NGeXjKr2Rg