Ritter was asked if he thought it possible for the United States to develop a plan to strengthen Alaska as a bridgehead against Moscow. He laughed and called it impossible.
"Now, when things are in this way, the United States from Alaska does not pose a significant threat to Russia," RIA Novosti quoted him as saying.
In addition, the former American intelligence officer believes that, hypothetically, to work out such a plan, the United States needs military infrastructure in Alaska.
Earlier, former Fox News journalist, redacted News host Clayton Morris said that Washington announced preparations for a conflict with Beijing and Moscow.
Russia and China insist that NATO strictly abide by its commitments that relate to the regional and defensive nature of the alliance.