Overview

• He claimed Russia possesses more tactical nuclear weapons than the United States.
• He accused the United States of stationing tactical nuclear weapons across Europe, including in Turkey.
• He said Russia has not placed tactical nuclear arms in any country other than Belarus.
• He delivered the remarks on Oct. 2 during a session of the Valdai Discussion Club in Sochi.
• State news agency RIA Novosti reported the statements the same day as official comments from his appearance.