Russian propagandist Vladimir Solovyov has once again threatened to use nuclear weapons against European countries. Speaking on the state-run television channel «Rossiya 1», he claimed that Paris, Brussels and Berlin could be destroyed, describing a future clash between Russia and the West as a «nuclear boot». This was reported by the British newspaper the Daily Express on 28 October 2026, and by TSN on 29 October.
- Vladimir Solovyov threatened to launch nuclear strikes against European capitals.
- He named Paris, Brussels and Berlin, referring to their transformation into «radioactive dust».
- The propagandist claimed that Russia would allegedly not have to send troops into European cities.
- Solovyov called on Western newspapers to report his threats.
- The statement came against the backdrop of Moscow’s increasingly belligerent nuclear rhetoric towards NATO.
Solovyov threatened to turn European capitals into radioactive dust
During the broadcast Solovyov addressed the European states, criticising NATO military exercises and statements by Western politicians. He cast doubt on the ability of European countries to deter Russia and went on to make direct nuclear threats.
«And this time, the boot will be absolutely brilliant», said the TV presenter.
According to him, Russian troops will allegedly not even have to enter European cities. Solovyov mentioned Paris, Brussels і Berlin, describing them as potential areas covered with radioactive dust.
At the end of his speech, he urged Western media outlets to be sure to quote his words the following day.
A video recording of the speech was released by Anton Gerashchenko, who drew attention to the latest threats from the Russian TV presenter and his desire to gain publicity in the Western press.
The propagandist has already called for attacks on NATO countries
This is not the first time Solovyov has made such a statement. In October 2025, he publicly called for a large-scale military confrontation with the European Union and named Brussels, Berlin and Paris as possible targets for Russian strikes.
Previously, the TV presenter had also made threats against the UK and suggested using the Russian «Poseidon» nuclear-powered unmanned submarine against it.
Solovyov presents political programmes on the state television channel «Rossiya 1», supports the Russian Federation’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and is subject to Western sanctions.
At the same time, his comments on television do not constitute an official decision by the Russian military leadership regarding the use of nuclear weapons.
How NATO and the EU are responding to Russia’s nuclear threats
At the end of September 2026, Russia had already warned NATO of the possible use of nuclear weapons should any attempts be made to isolate the Kaliningrad region.
As reported by the Associated Press, Russian diplomatic missions have stated their readiness to use every means at their disposal to defend this territory.
NATO has described such threats as irresponsible. The Alliance has emphasised that it is a defensive organisation and that its military exercises do not pose a threat to Russian territory.
The European Commission has also condemned Moscow’s nuclear rhetoric and stated that it will not allow Russia to use threats to intimidate European states.
Solovyov’s latest statement came against the backdrop of these tensions. As of 29 October 2026, it remains a public threat made by the Russian television presenter, rather than confirmation of preparations for a nuclear strike on European capitals.
