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Kremlin on Trump criticism of missile test: Russia is guided by its own interests

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Posted on October 27, 2025

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MOSCOW (Reuters) -The Kremlin on Monday said that Russia would be guided by its own national interests after U.S. President Donald Trump said that President Vladimir Putin should end the war in

Kremlin Responds to Trump's Missile Test Criticism with National Interests

MOSCOW (Reuters) -The Kremlin on Monday said that Russia would be guided by its own national interests after U.S. President Donald Trump said that President Vladimir Putin should end the war in Ukraine rather than testing a nuclear-powered cruise missile.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said there was nothing in the test of the Burevestnik missile that should strain relations with Washington.

(Reporting by Dmitry Antonov; editing by Guy Faulconbridge)

Key Takeaways

  • Kremlin prioritizes national interests over US criticism.
  • Trump suggests ending Ukraine war over missile tests.
  • Russia's Burevestnik missile test defended by Kremlin.
  • Kremlin sees no strain on US relations from missile test.
  • Dmitry Peskov responds to Trump's remarks.

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What is a nuclear-powered cruise missile?
A nuclear-powered cruise missile is a type of missile that uses nuclear energy for propulsion, allowing it to travel long distances without the need for refueling, enhancing its range and operational capabilities.

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