“In this conflict?
No, we have a very clear doctrine, and it describes a very specific case in which nuclear weapons can be used, ”RIA Novosti quoted Kelin in an interview with the British radio station LBC.
He noted that according to the doctrine, nuclear weapons can be used in response to a nuclear strike on Russia, or if a conventional attack threatens the existence of the state.
The diplomat said that the conflict in Ukraine does not fall under the listed situations.
Russian President Vladimir Putin previously stated the need to improve the nuclear triad and maintain combat readiness, calling these aspects the main guarantee of the country's sovereignty.
Putin added that Russia will continue to build up its military potential.