Vladimir Putin declared that Russia will unveil a new "wonder-weapon" in the context of tensions with the West.

In a recent statement, Vladimir Putin announced that Russia is in the final testing phase of a new "wonder weapon," interpreted as a nuclear warning to the West. This statement was made after a visit to Tajikistan and comes amid criticism of the United States for its refusal to negotiate a new strategic arms reduction treaty. Putin emphasized Russia's willingness to discuss, but warned that the absence of negotiations could affect deterrence in the field of strategic weapons.