President Donald Trump has ordered the repositioning of two nuclear submarines in response to what he called “highly provocative statements” by Dmitry Medvedev, the deputy chair of Russia’s Security Council and former president of Russia.

 The move underscores rising tensions between the U.S. and Russia as the war in Ukraine rages on.

Trump Responds to Medvedev's Threat

Trump made the announcement via his social media platform, writing, “Based on the highly provocative statements of the Former President of Russia, Dmitry Medvedev… I have ordered two Nuclear Submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions.”

He did not provide details about the submarines' destination or capabilities but emphasized that the decision was made "just in case these foolish and inflammatory statements are more than just that."

While departing the White House on Friday, Trump added:

“A threat was made… and we’re going to protect our people. We just have to be careful.”

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Strategic Ambiguity from the White House

Neither the White House nor the Department of Defense have elaborated on the submarine deployments. A White House official referred to the action as part of a policy of “strategic ambiguity.”

The Defense Department has directed all inquiries back to the White House, offering no further details on timing, mission objectives, or whether the submarines are nuclear-armed or simply nuclear-powered.

White House principal deputy Press Secretary Harrison Fields reposted Trump’s announcement on X with a patriotic caption:

“USA!”

Two Nuclear Submarines are Moved Due to Rising Friction Over Ukraine 

Trump has expressed growing dissatisfaction with Russian President Vladimir Putin, especially over the escalating war in Ukraine. According to ABC News, Russia launched a record-breaking 6,443 drones into Ukraine in July alone.

Trump recently moved up a self-imposed deadline for Russia to reach a ceasefire agreement — shortening it from 50 days to 10 — or face severe secondary sanctions.

“I want to be generous, but we just don’t see any progress being made,” Trump said. “I’m not so interested in talking anymore.”

Medvedev Fires Back

In response, Medvedev posted on X earlier this week:

“Trump’s playing the ultimatum game with Russia… Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war. Not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country.”

The exchange has heightened concerns over miscommunication and escalation between the nuclear powers.