Russia threatens West with ‘preemptive strikes’ as NATO looks to deliver Patriots 'as quickly as possible

Caitlin McFall / FoxNews 

 

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said Moscow should consider launching "preemptive strikes" against the West as the U.S. and its NATO allies ratchet up defensive support for Ukraine.

"The statements of Western politicians on this topic are complete nonsense," Medvedev, deputy chair of Russia’s security council, said in an interview with state media outlet Tass, according to Reuters reporting.

"We need to act accordingly. To respond in full. And if necessary, launch preemptive  strikes," he added.

Medvedev’s comments come just two days after President Donald Trump announced secondary tariffs on Moscow by slapping 100% tariffs on nations that purchase Russian oil if the Kremlin does not enter into a peace agreement with Ukraine within the next 50 days.

Reports also surfaced this week claiming that Trump had mulled the possibility of Ukraine hitting the Russian capital while in a call with Ukranian...Read more and see video here. 

White House Reveals How Many Illegal Aliens Have Self Deported

Katie Pavlich / Townhall Tipsheet

 

Speaking during an interview with Fox News Wednesday night, White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller revealed how many illegal aliens living in the United States have self deported since President Donald Trump took office on January 20, 2025. 

 

“If you choose to self-deport, you can go back home, you do have the opportunity to apply for legal entry and you’re going to get a $1,000 check," Miller said. 

 

Miller also explained the benefits Americans will see as more illegal aliens either self deport or are forcefully removed from the country. 

Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security continues to urge illegal aliens to leave the country voluntarily. 

"Any illegal alien who uses the CBP Home App to self-deport will also receive a stipend of $1,000 dollars, paid after their return to their home country has been confirmed through the app," DHS.gov explains. Read more, see Xs and videos here.

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