A top Russian figure close to Vladimir Putin has made shocking and threatening comments aimed directly at the UK and Europe.
Sergei Karaganov, a 72-year-old political adviser often referred to as “Professor Doomsday,” went on Russian state television and suggested that Russia should use the war in Ukraine as a chance to push all of Europe into submission—and even destroy Britain if it doesn’t back off.
Karaganov is known for being aggressive in his views and has reportedly influenced some of Putin’s more extreme strategies. During an appearance on a government-owned TV program, he made it clear that he believes Russia must make the world fear nuclear war again. He said Russia should increase its threats and show that it’s serious about possibly using nuclear weapons if necessary.
He warned that if Britain continues to help Ukraine by sending weapons or offering military support, it could face total destruction. In his words, “There will be no Britain.” He claimed that unless Europe—especially countries like the UK and France—stop “playing games” with Russia, they could be hit with military force, starting with conventional (non-nuclear) weapons and possibly escalating.
Karaganov described Britain as small and accused it of provoking a world war by pushing Ukraine against Russia. He claimed this was part of an old British strategy to cause conflict from behind the scenes. He said it’s time to explain clearly what would happen if the UK doesn’t stop: they wouldn’t survive such a conflict.
He also criticized Europe as a whole, saying the “European disease must be treated” and that “harsh methods” might be necessary. He believes Russia must defeat Europe in Ukraine to make Western countries run away in fear. According to him, any peace deal that leaves Ukraine capable of resisting Russia is just a delay that would lead to more fighting in a few years.
Meanwhile, reports suggest that former U.S. President Donald Trump is considering placing new sanctions on Putin to push him toward peace negotiations, but so far, there’s little sign that the Russian leader is interested.
Karaganov’s words have raised serious alarm because they offer a glimpse into how aggressive and dangerous some people close to Putin truly are. His message is clear: if Europe, especially the UK, continues to stand with Ukraine, Russia might escalate its war—and the consequences could be devastating.
