Russia will use all weapons in its arsenal, including nuclear weapons, if any part of its territory such as Kaliningrad is attacked

Analysis

The threat of "all weapons" is meant to create strategic uncertainty and deter NATO actions near Kaliningrad, which explains why audiences may take it seriously. However, the nuance that Russian nuclear doctrine sets a high threshold for use is often missed, leading to the perception that any attack would trigger nuclear retaliation. This matters because overstating the certainty of nuclear use can inflame public fear, complicate diplomatic dialogue, and affect security calculations in Europe. Accurate reporting should distinguish between rhetorical threats and the actual conditions under which Russia says it would consider nuclear force.