Russian lawmaker threatens to attack US state of Alaska

During an appearance on Russian state-run television, Russian lawmaker Andrey Gurulev reportedly threatened to attack the US state of Alaska. "[Our]...ballistic [and] cruise missiles are quite capable of scouring Alaska to the ground. It doesn't take much, a couple of brigades will suffice," Gurulev said. On being asked why should Russia attack Alaska, he replied, "To make them feel scared."