U.S. Air Force Chief Warns of Imminent Threat of War with Russia and China

U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall recently delivered a chilling warning that a war between the United States and either Russia or China is not only possible but could happen "at any time." Speaking to cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy on November 12, Kendall emphasized the urgent need to prepare for such a conflict, stating that his main objective is to instill a sense of urgency regarding the potential for war. Kendall highlighted China's growing military presence in the Western Pacific, particularly around Taiwan and the South China Sea, as well as Russia's increasing willingness to use force, even considering the deployment of nuclear weapons in Ukraine. He noted that the threat of nuclear conflict has become more real than ever, with Russia's reliance on its nuclear arsenal and China's expansion of its own nuclear capabilities.

In addition to the growing military tensions between the U.S., Russia, and China, Kendall also addressed the risks posed by these nations' nuclear capabilities. He pointed out that the concept of nuclear deterrence, which had kept peace between nuclear powers during the Cold War, is now being put to the test, and the stakes are much higher than ever before. Kendall warned that the United States must be prepared for the possibility of nuclear conflict, as both Russia and China are strengthening their nuclear arsenals and advancing their strategies for potential military confrontations. To avoid catastrophic outcomes, Kendall stressed that the U.S. must maintain its competitive edge and readiness for war, should deterrence fail.

Kendall's deputy, Melissa Dalton, echoed these concerns in September, urging the nation to modernize its nuclear capabilities to stay ahead of growing threats from Russia and...