“This is a perfect start to the new Austin Powers series.

Now the role of the “man of international mystery” is played by a woman,” she wrote on Telegram.

Earlier, Truss, who is running for the leadership of the ruling Conservative Party and prime minister, said she was ready to use nuclear weapons if necessary.

According to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, the risk of nuclear conflict due to geopolitical tensions is currently the highest in decades.