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Russia threatens to nuke the US into 'radioactive Waterworld' in attack on Trump
Russian state TV host Vladimir Solovyov also dismissed the idea President Donald Trump can control Vladimir Putin in a raging rant aimed at both American politicians and the broader West
A prominent Russian state TV host has made extreme threats against the United States, claiming nuclear strikes could turn the country into a "radioactive Waterworld".
In the attack Vladimir Solovyov, host of The Evening With Vladimir Solovyov, also dismissed the idea President Donald Trump can control Vladimir Putin in a raging rant aimed at both American politicians and the broader West.
Solovyov, a longtime Kremlin ally and media figure, appeared to be responding to growing US pressure on Russia surrounding ongoing efforts to find a peaceful resolution to the war in Ukraine. "The US doesn’t rule out re-establishing dialogue with Pyongyang. This fits in with Trump’s politics," Solovyov said.
"In foreign affairs, he leans into the art of the deal – it doesn’t matter with whom: historic partners or enemies."
But Solovyov argued Trump’s approach faces resistance, particularly from what he described as "Russophobic Europe" and "mumbling toothless hawks in Washington".
He singled out Senator John Kennedy, reacting to recent comments where Kennedy suggested the US should increase pressure on Russia to force it to the negotiation table.
"I don’t want to listen to Senator Kennedy, because the cretin said that they are ready to turn our president and his country, meaning us, into fish food," Solovyov said.
Quoting Kennedy’s call to "stop the oil sales" and "suffocate" Russia economically, Solovyov fired back with a reference to a Cold War-era nuclear scenario allegedly proposed by Soviet physicist Andrei Sakharov.
“He [Sakharov] proposed to blow up two hydrogen bombs near the two coasts of the United States. The incoming wave of a radioactive tsunami would turn the US into a sort of Waterworld," Solovyov said, referencing the 1995 Hollywood film.
"The strait that would be created in the process would be named in honour of Comrade Stalin."
The host added the plan was once rejected by a Soviet admiral who "didn’t want to target civilians", but claimed America’s record in conflicts like Vietnam, Iraq and Syria showed that "they are butchers, not officers".
"I hope Trump is different," Solovyov said. "But based on how we saw Americans fight, it reinforces our definition."
While the Kremlin has not officially endorsed Solovyov’s comments, they come at a time of tense international discussions over a possible peace deal between Ukraine and Russia.
With Trump back in the White House and JD Vance serving as Vice President, US rhetoric has shifted toward deal-making – but Solovyov’s outburst is a reminder that peace talks are unfolding in a volatile climate.
Analysts warn that threats like these, while not official policy, reflect the tone of Russian state media and could shape public perception at home.
The stakes are high: any future deal could reshape global alliances and redefine how the US and its allies approach diplomacy with Russia going forward.
Daily Star Sunday
Russian state TV host Vladimir Solovyov also dismissed the idea President Donald Trump can control Vladimir Putin in a raging rant aimed at both American politicians and the broader West
A prominent Russian state TV host has made extreme threats against the United States, claiming nuclear strikes could turn the country into a "radioactive Waterworld".
In the attack Vladimir Solovyov, host of The Evening With Vladimir Solovyov, also dismissed the idea President Donald Trump can control Vladimir Putin in a raging rant aimed at both American politicians and the broader West.
Solovyov, a longtime Kremlin ally and media figure, appeared to be responding to growing US pressure on Russia surrounding ongoing efforts to find a peaceful resolution to the war in Ukraine. "The US doesn’t rule out re-establishing dialogue with Pyongyang. This fits in with Trump’s politics," Solovyov said.
"In foreign affairs, he leans into the art of the deal – it doesn’t matter with whom: historic partners or enemies."
But Solovyov argued Trump’s approach faces resistance, particularly from what he described as "Russophobic Europe" and "mumbling toothless hawks in Washington".
He singled out Senator John Kennedy, reacting to recent comments where Kennedy suggested the US should increase pressure on Russia to force it to the negotiation table.
"I don’t want to listen to Senator Kennedy, because the cretin said that they are ready to turn our president and his country, meaning us, into fish food," Solovyov said.
Quoting Kennedy’s call to "stop the oil sales" and "suffocate" Russia economically, Solovyov fired back with a reference to a Cold War-era nuclear scenario allegedly proposed by Soviet physicist Andrei Sakharov.
“He [Sakharov] proposed to blow up two hydrogen bombs near the two coasts of the United States. The incoming wave of a radioactive tsunami would turn the US into a sort of Waterworld," Solovyov said, referencing the 1995 Hollywood film.
"The strait that would be created in the process would be named in honour of Comrade Stalin."
The host added the plan was once rejected by a Soviet admiral who "didn’t want to target civilians", but claimed America’s record in conflicts like Vietnam, Iraq and Syria showed that "they are butchers, not officers".
"I hope Trump is different," Solovyov said. "But based on how we saw Americans fight, it reinforces our definition."
While the Kremlin has not officially endorsed Solovyov’s comments, they come at a time of tense international discussions over a possible peace deal between Ukraine and Russia.
With Trump back in the White House and JD Vance serving as Vice President, US rhetoric has shifted toward deal-making – but Solovyov’s outburst is a reminder that peace talks are unfolding in a volatile climate.
Analysts warn that threats like these, while not official policy, reflect the tone of Russian state media and could shape public perception at home.
The stakes are high: any future deal could reshape global alliances and redefine how the US and its allies approach diplomacy with Russia going forward.
Daily Star Sunday