Russia is holding nuclear exercises: Why? Where? and What to watch out for
As tensions escalate between Russia and Western powers, President Putin orders tactical nuclear drills, citing threats from France, Britain, and the US. The Southern Military District, near Ukraine, will host exercises involving missile forces, aviation, and the navy. Experts speculate on the significance of linking such drills to ongoing conflicts and the potential deployment of various weapons systems. Analysts interpret Putin's actions as nuclear signalling, raising concerns about the conflict's escalation and the role of tactical nuclear weapons.
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By Guy Faulconbridge, Mark Trevelyan
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered his military to practise the deployment of tactical nuclear weapons after what Moscow said were threats from France, Britain and the United States.
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