Ukraine’s deep strikes inside Russia may push the war toward a catastrophic nuclear crisis; expert warns
Published on: July 5, 2026, 2:42 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil facilities near St. Petersburg aim to disrupt funding. Expert Ted Galen Carpenter warns this could escalate tensions, as Russia's military is better suited for a prolonged conflict, potentially leading to extreme measures like tactical nuclear weapons.
