Kremlin warns Ukraine will 'pay a price' for strikes; calls for US arms control talks

The Kremlin has confirmed its intent to retaliate for Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory, stating Ukraine is 'paying the price' and vowing continued systematic strikes. Concurrently, Moscow has urged the urgent resumption of arms control talks with the US, signaling a dual strategy of escalation deterrence and strategic stability dialogue. This indicates a hardening of Russia's stance, with any future negotiations with Ukraine contingent solely on Russia's terms.