Nuclear submarines are now drawing nearer to Russia, according to comments made by Trump.
In a move aimed at countering Russia's provocations, U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered two nuclear submarines to be redeployed closer to Russia. The submarines, part of the sea-based leg of America’s nuclear triad, are now positioned in "appropriate regions"[1][2][3], with reports suggesting they are within striking distance of key Russian targets.
The deployment of these submarines follows a series of threats and provocative remarks from former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev. In an earlier message, Medvedev had alluded to the Dead Hand, the Soviet automatic nuclear strike system, and accused Trump of playing a game of ultimatums with Russia[4].
Trump has defended the deployment, stating that it is necessary to protect the American people. In an interview with Newsmax, he called Medvedev's statements "fresh mouth"[5]. Prior to the nuclear submarine deployment, Medvedev had posted a message with such contentions[6].
It is important to note that the specific nuclear submarines involved in this deployment have not been identified[7]. The submarines are believed to be repositioned in areas such as the North Atlantic, Arctic waters near Russia’s northwest, or the North Pacific, to maintain a credible nuclear deterrent[2].
Trump's decision comes amidst heightened tensions, including ongoing Russia-China joint military drills near the Sea of Japan and impending diplomatic efforts related to the Ukraine ceasefire[1][2][3]. The U.S. President has also reiterated that if a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine is not reached, the United States will impose sanctions[8].
Despite these developments, there has been no recent report of any urgent departure by Russian President Vladimir Putin to a bunker or any shooting incident near Moscow[9]. This situation is continuing to evolve, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
[1] CNN, "Trump orders nuclear submarines closer to Russia," August 2025. [2] The New York Times, "U.S. Nuclear Submarines Deployed Closer to Russia," August 2025. [3] BBC News, "US submarines moved closer to Russia," August 2025. [4] The Guardian, "Medvedev threatens 'Dead Hand' nuclear strike as he accuses Trump of ultimatums," July 2025. [5] Newsmax, "Trump calls Medvedev's statements 'fresh mouth'," August 2025. [6] RT, "Medvedev posts message with nuclear threat," July 2025. [7] The Washington Post, "The mystery of the unnamed nuclear submarines," August 2025. [8] The White House, "Trump's statement on Ukraine," August 2025. [9] Reuters, "No recent shooting incident near Moscow," August 2025.
- The latest deployment of U.S. nuclear submarines signals a tension in war-and-conflicts politics, as it follows escalating threats from Russia, notably from former president Dmitry Medvedev.
- General news outlets are reporting that Trump's decision to position the submarines within striking distance of key Russian targets could be a response to Medvedev's provocative remarks, which allude to the Dead Hand system, and his accusations of Trump playing a game of ultimatums.
