Putin’s nuclear targets for the UK were ‘leaked’ as Russian propagandist issues ‘kill all British people’ statement

A leaked report has revealed that Russian President Vladimir Putin may have identified several potential nuclear targets in the United Kingdom, raising concerns amid ongoing tensions between Russia and the West. These alleged targets include key military and industrial sites across the UK, with fears that an attack on any of them could spark a devastating global conflict.

According to reports, the list includes a factory in Hull, a shipyard in Cumbria, and an undisclosed location near Edinburgh. Though the full list of 32 European sites has not been made public, some analysts believe these locations were chosen because of their connection to British military operations. For example, the site in Cumbria is thought to be the Royal Navy submarine shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, a critical part of the UK’s defense infrastructure. In Scotland, it’s believed that the target could be the Rosyth shipyard near Edinburgh, where major Royal Navy vessels like HMS Queen Elizabeth were built.

This list, reportedly drawn up between 2008 and 2014 and obtained by the *Financial Times*, includes maps and military plans not only for the UK but for other countries like Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey, Iran, China, Korea, and Japan. Although the documents are over a decade old, experts warn they may still reflect Russia’s current military planning, especially in light of rising global tensions.

Recent remarks from pro-Kremlin figures have only made matters worse. Vladimir Solovyov, a well-known Russian TV anchor with close ties to the Kremlin, has repeatedly issued threats against the UK and its allies. In one recent broadcast, he warned that any country supporting Ukraine could face serious consequences, and claimed the UK and France “will all die” if they send troops to Ukraine. He also made a chilling statement, saying “one Sarmat missile means minus one Great Britain,” referring to Russia’s powerful new nuclear weapon.

Solovyov’s aggressive language followed comments from UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who said the UK is ready to send forces to Ukraine to help with security if a ceasefire is reached. French President Emmanuel Macron made a similar offer, which has further angered Russian officials.

Experts warn that if Putin were to act on these threats and strike the UK, it would automatically trigger NATO’s Article 5 agreement, which treats an attack on one member as an attack on all. This would pull the entire alliance, including the US and many European countries, into a full-scale war—something global leaders are desperate to avoid.

The leaked documents suggest that any attacks would be launched from Russia’s Northern Fleet, using advanced missile systems to strike military and infrastructure targets in the UK. Former NATO official William Alberque said the documents are likely just a small sample of a much larger list of targets, which may include hundreds, if not thousands, across Europe.

While the threat may not be immediate, growing hostilities, Russia’s aggressive rhetoric, and its ongoing war in Ukraine are fueling fears of a broader conflict. The UK, as a founding NATO member with strong military infrastructure, remains a top target in any worst-case scenario.

For now, the idea of nuclear war remains a distant and frightening possibility. But with powerful figures making bold threats on live television and decades-old war plans suddenly back in the spotlight, many are paying closer attention—and hoping diplomacy can stop the situation from spiraling out of control.