Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned against fighting a nuclear power, condemning Western actions in Ukraine and globally during a U.N. General Assembly speech. This follows President Putin’s recent shift in nuclear doctrine, suggesting Russia might respond to conventional attacks with nuclear force if sovereignty is threatened. Lavrov accused the West of using Ukraine to strategically defeat Russia and preparing Europe for a dangerous conflict. The U.S. and EU labeled Putin’s statements as irresponsible, amidst Ukraine’s push for Western approval to use longer-range weapons against Russia.