Putin's retaliation for assassination of general will be 'strong and unpleasant,' former state department official warns

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Putin's retaliation for assassination of general .. pleasant,' former state department official warns

Putin's retaliation for assassination of general will be 'strong and unpleasant,' former state department official warns

^{Published on 2024-12-17 17:40:38 - MSN}

Former state department official Christian Whiton joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss a top Russian general being assassinated in Moscow and a cease-fire deal growing closer in Israel.

The article discusses a warning from a former State Department official regarding potential Russian retaliation following the assassination of a high-ranking Russian general. The official, David Satterfield, indicated that any response from Russian President Vladimir Putin would likely be "strong and unpleasant." This statement comes in the context of heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine, where the general was reportedly killed. Satterfield emphasized that such an event could lead to an escalation in the conflict, with Putin possibly employing various forms of retaliation, which could range from military actions to cyber-attacks or other covert operations. The article highlights the unpredictability and potential severity of Russia's response, reflecting the broader geopolitical instability in the region.

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