So, let's get this straight, is Russia threatening the USA --- again? Should I restock my bomb shelter??

Question

Here it is:

http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/europe/07/08/missile.defense/index.html

Answer 1

No, don't restock your bomb shelter.  Russia's economy is too vulnerable for them to start anything with the U.S.  They are't threatening, but merely showing their defiance in an arrogant way.