US Warns Putin Not to Use Nuclear Weapons in Ukraine: New Book Reveals Sensitive Conversations
2 months, 2 weeks ago

US Warns Putin Not to Use Nuclear Weapons in Ukraine: New Book Reveals Sensitive Conversations

Associated Press  

US scrambled to urge Putin not to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine, according to a new book by Bob Woodward. The intelligence pointed to a 50% chance that Putin would use tactical nukes if Ukrainian forces surrounded 30,000 Russian troops in the southern city of Kherson, the book says. Biden reached out to Putin directly in a message, warning of the 'catastrophic consequences' if Russia used nuclear weapons.

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Putin challenges the West to a 'high-tech missile DUEL': President suggests giving advance notice of a hypersonic Oreshnik attack to see 'if they can stop it in time' during annual news conference
4 days, 17 hours ago

Putin challenges the West to a 'high-tech missile DUEL': President suggests giving advance notice of a hypersonic Oreshnik attack to see 'if they can stop it in time' during annual news conference

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin has challenged the West to a 'high-tech missile duel' as the Russian president suggests he might give advance notice of a hypersonic missile attack to see if the West can stop it. During his annual news conference and call-in show, Putin mockingly challenged Ukraine's western allies to a 'high-tech duel', suggesting that Moscow could give advance notice of …

Nobel laureate warns Putin about danger of nuclear weapons
2 weeks ago

Nobel laureate warns Putin about danger of nuclear weapons

Raw Story  

This year's Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Japan's atomic bomb survivors' group Nihon Hidankyo, on Monday urged Russia to stop issuing nuclear threats in a bid to prevail in its war in Ukraine. "President Putin, I don't think he truly understands what nuclear weapons are for human beings," said Terumi Tanaka, the 92-year-old co-chair of Nihon Hidankyo and a survivor of …

Map reveals safest states during a nuclear attack on US soil
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Map reveals safest states during a nuclear attack on US soil

Daily Mail  

Talk of nuclear war has once again ramped up since outgoing US president Joe Biden approved Ukraine to fire American-made missiles deep into Russia. The map predicts that Americans living on the east and west coast would be least impacted if another country initiated a nuclear attack on the US Those living in states like Florida, southern Georgia and California …

Putin gives Russian security guarantees to ally Belarus, including possible use of nuclear weapons
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Putin gives Russian security guarantees to ally Belarus, including possible use of nuclear weapons

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Belarus on Friday to sign a treaty offering security guarantees for Moscow’s closest ally, including the possible use of Russian nuclear weapons to help repel an aggression. Speaking alongside Belarus’ President Alexander Lukashenko, Putin emphasized that the new document includes the potential use of Russian tactical nuclear weapons deployed to Belarus in response to an …

Why US, Russia are opting for brinkmanship instead of talks to end Ukraine war
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Why US, Russia are opting for brinkmanship instead of talks to end Ukraine war

Firstpost  

The question is whether the US wants to raise the stakes and demonstrate Western support for Ukraine or if there is a larger game plan that involves tying Trump’s hands as far as negotiations are concerned The recent developments may not be enough to change the tide of war as far as Ukraine is concerned but have opened up a …

US to face 'dire threats' if Ukraine is made to accept Russia's terms, Nato chief warns Trump
2 weeks, 6 days ago

US to face 'dire threats' if Ukraine is made to accept Russia's terms, Nato chief warns Trump

Firstpost  

Nato chief Mark Rutte said he has warned US President-elect Donald Trump that the United States would face ‘dire threats’ if Ukraine is forced into making a peace deal that is favourable to Russia Nato chief Mark Rutte has warned US President-elect Donald Trump that the United States would face “dire threats” if Ukraine is made to accept Russia’s terms. …

When Ukraine gave up world's 3rd-largest nuclear arsenal, did it set stage for Russian invasion?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

When Ukraine gave up world's 3rd-largest nuclear arsenal, did it set stage for Russian invasion?

Firstpost  

In the 1990s, Ukraine gave up the third-largest nuclear weapons arsenal in the world in lieu of security guarantees. Now, as Russia’s war on Ukraine is set to enter the fourth year in coming weeks, Putin has made threats of nuclear attack central to his messaging to Ukraine and the world. As Ukraine declared its independence from the Soviet Union, …

Russia-Ukraine War: NATO’s New Missile Strategy Risks Nuclear Conflict While Europe Celebrates Christmas
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Russia-Ukraine War: NATO’s New Missile Strategy Risks Nuclear Conflict While Europe Celebrates Christmas

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 29, 2024 13:55 IST - 6 MINS READ A surreal atmosphere currently loiters over Europe: a strange disconnect between festive preparations and the content of TV news bulletins and posts on social media. The day after Biden’s pronouncement, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, eager to burnish Britain’s reputation as the US’ most stalwart ally, declared he would …

‘Most dangerous stage’: The view from Russia as Ukraine war escalates
3 weeks, 4 days ago

‘Most dangerous stage’: The view from Russia as Ukraine war escalates

Al Jazeera  

Officials rage at the West for allowing Ukraine to attack deep within Russia as fears simmer on the streets. Last week, a defence industry site in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro was struck by a Russian medium-range ballistic missile, which President Vladimir Putin described as a response to “NATO’s aggressive actions against Russia”. “I don’t think rockets will fall …

Vladimir Putin threatens to use new Oreshnik hypersonic missile to attack 'decision-making centres' in Kyiv
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Vladimir Putin threatens to use new Oreshnik hypersonic missile to attack 'decision-making centres' in Kyiv

ABC  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to use new Oreshnik hypersonic missile to attack "decision-making centres" in Kyiv in response to Ukraine's firing of Western missiles at Russian territory. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy denounced Mr Putin's "promotion" of the Oreshnik as a tactic to disrupt attempts to end the war, particularly by US President-elect Donald Trump. Mr Putin said a …

Russia will use all means of destruction if Ukraine acquires nuclear arms, warns Putin
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Russia will use all means of destruction if Ukraine acquires nuclear arms, warns Putin

Firstpost  

“If the country which we are essentially at war with now becomes a nuclear power, what do we do? We’ll be watching their every move,” said Putin in Kazakhstan A week after a New York Times report suggested that US President Joe Biden could give Ukraine nuclear weapons before he leaves office, President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that Russia …

Putin in Kazakhstan: Russia can target ‘decision-making centres’ in Ukraine over ATACMS attacks
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Putin in Kazakhstan: Russia can target ‘decision-making centres’ in Ukraine over ATACMS attacks

Firstpost  

Putin said that the decision-making centres in Kyiv could fall target to Russia’s new Oreshnik missiles that have the capacity to travel “around three kilometres per second” Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that launching a barrage of missile attacks against Ukraine was Moscow’s way of “responding” to Kyiv’s use of Western weapons. ‘Russia to target decision-making centres’ Putin …

Putin threatens Ukraine in remarks after former-Soviet states security summit
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Putin threatens Ukraine in remarks after former-Soviet states security summit

NPR  

Putin threatens Ukraine in remarks after former-Soviet states security summit toggle caption Ramil Sitdikov/AFP via Getty Images Russian President Vladimir Putin made a series of military threats towards Ukraine and reiterated earlier statements that the United States and other European allies now have "direct involvement" in Ukraine's conflict with Russia during a press conference in the Kazakhstan capital city, Astana. …

Nuclear attack unlikely despite Russia's warnings, US intelligence says
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Nuclear attack unlikely despite Russia's warnings, US intelligence says

India Today  

The US decision to allow Ukraine to fire American weapons deeper into Russia has not increased the risk of a nuclear attack, which is unlikely, despite Russian President Vladimir Putin's increasingly bellicose statements, five sources familiar with US intelligence told Reuters. A series of intelligence assessments over the past seven months have concluded nuclear escalation was unlikely to result from …

MTG claims Biden is ‘starting a nuclear war’ over claim of giving nukes back to Ukraine
3 weeks, 5 days ago

MTG claims Biden is ‘starting a nuclear war’ over claim of giving nukes back to Ukraine

Raw Story  

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene accused President Joe Biden of leading Ukraine into a nuclear war by giving weapons to Ukraine following a brief reference in a New York Times article. That article read, in part: “Several officials even suggested that Mr. Biden could return nuclear weapons to Ukraine that were taken from it after the fall of the Soviet Union. …

Russia could deploy missiles in Asia if US missiles appear there: Deputy FM
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4 weeks ago

Russia could deploy missiles in Asia if US missiles appear there: Deputy FM

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-11-26 09:17 This photo taken on May 10, 2024 shows the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Moscow, Russia. MOSCOW/KYIV - Russia is considering possibly deploying medium-range and short-range missiles in Asia if US missiles appear in the same region, local media reported Monday, citing Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. "The appearance of such US systems …

Russia could deploy missiles in Asia if US missiles appear there: Deputy FM
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4 weeks ago

Russia could deploy missiles in Asia if US missiles appear there: Deputy FM

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-11-26 09:17 This photo taken on May 10, 2024 shows the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Moscow, Russia. MOSCOW/KYIV - Russia is considering possibly deploying medium-range and short-range missiles in Asia if US missiles appear in the same region, local media reported Monday, citing Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. "The appearance of such US systems …

Threat of world war is ‘serious and real’ Poland says as Putin steps up threats against West
1 month ago

Threat of world war is ‘serious and real’ Poland says as Putin steps up threats against West

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The war in Ukraine is …

Kremlin warns 'a collision between the nuclear powers' is imminent now the West is firing missiles into Russia in latest threat of WW3
1 month ago

Kremlin warns 'a collision between the nuclear powers' is imminent now the West is firing missiles into Russia in latest threat of WW3

Daily Mail  

Russia has warned that British support for Ukraine could 'lead to a collision between nuclear powers' in a grave threat as President Vladimir Putin vowed to launch more hypersonic missiles at targets in Ukraine. A Yars intercontinental ballistic missile being launched as part of nuclear deterrence forces drills in Russia on October 29, 2024 Putin has said he will fire …

Putin: Russia to Use Experimental Missile Again After Ukraine Strike
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1 month ago

Putin: Russia to Use Experimental Missile Again After Ukraine Strike

Deccan Chronicle  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that Russia will continue to use an experimental missile after it was employed in a strike against Ukraine. The announcement came following reports of a powerful missile attack launched by Russia, which targeted Ukrainian infrastructure. The missile, which has been described as a new, advanced weapon, is believed to be part of Russia's strategy …

Einstein was right – ‘World War 4’ will be fought with sticks and stones
1 month ago

Einstein was right – ‘World War 4’ will be fought with sticks and stones

The Independent  

As a physicist who has done research in nuclear physics, including at Los Alamos National Laboratory, I am deeply concerned about the Biden administration’s and British government’s provocation of Russia, which is escalating weeks before Donald Trump is set to become president. As a physicist, and as one who loves humanity, I beseech the Biden administration and prime minister Starmer …

Russia informed US before IRBM attack on Ukraine, no change yet in nuclear posture
1 month ago

Russia informed US before IRBM attack on Ukraine, no change yet in nuclear posture

Firstpost  

Russia informed the United States before launching the ballistic missile attack on Ukraine, indicating that information-sharing mechanism between the two countries around powerful weapons remains active The photo shows a Yars intercontinental ballistic missile launched during a test from the Plesetsk cosmodrome in Northern Arkhangelsk region, Russia, on October 29, 2024. Russia informed the United States before attacking Ukraine with …

Russia's Vladimir Putin threatens to strike UK with new ballistic missile as Ukraine war escalates
1 month ago

Russia's Vladimir Putin threatens to strike UK with new ballistic missile as Ukraine war escalates

Hindustan Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to strike the UK with a new ballistic missile which he used in Ukraine amid the ongoing war between the two countries, reported news agency PA Media. Russian president Vladimir Putin threatened the UK with the use of a new ballistic missile The UK government issued a statement condemning Vladimir Putin for escalating the …

Russia sends ballistic warning
1 month ago

Russia sends ballistic warning

ABC  

Luke Siddham-Dundon: Russia has again sent a strong warning to Ukraine's nuclear-powered backers. Kathleen O'Connor: In Ukraine's south-east, the city of Dnipro has become a testing ground for a new Russian weapon. But later, in a televised address, Russia's President Vladimir Putin claimed it was a new medium-range non-nuclear hypersonic missile. Kathleen O'Connor: It comes after the US and UK …

Analysis: Russia’s nuclear-capable missile is a clear departure from the Cold War doctrine of deterrence
1 month ago

Analysis: Russia’s nuclear-capable missile is a clear departure from the Cold War doctrine of deterrence

CNN  

CNN — Russia’s use of a nuclear-capable ballistic missile on Thursday is the latest escalation in the Ukraine war. “To my knowledge, yes, it’s the first time MIRV has been used in combat,” Hans Kristensen, the director of the Nuclear Information Project at the Federation of American Scientists, said. Video Ad Feedback Video appears to show the moment of impact …

Putin says Russia attacked Ukraine with a new missile that he claims the West can’t stop
1 month ago

Putin says Russia attacked Ukraine with a new missile that he claims the West can’t stop

Associated Press  

The Kremlin fired a new intermediate-range ballistic missile at Ukraine on Thursday in response to Kyiv’s use this week of American and British missiles capable of striking deeper into Russia, President Vladimir Putin said. “We believe that we have the right to use our weapons against military facilities of the countries that allow to use their weapons against our facilities,” …

Russia vows response against US missiles
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1 month ago

Russia vows response against US missiles

China Daily  

MOSCOW/KYIV — Russia warned on Tuesday that it would respond after Ukraine fired longer-range US missiles into its territory for the first time on the 1,000th day of the conflict. A senior official told the Agence France-Presse that a strike on Russia's Bryansk region earlier on Tuesday "was carried out by ATACMS missiles", a reference to the US-supplied Army Tactical …

Ukraine reportedly uses UK-supplied long-range Storm Shadow missiles on targets inside Russia for the first time
1 month ago

Ukraine reportedly uses UK-supplied long-range Storm Shadow missiles on targets inside Russia for the first time

ABC  

Ukraine has fired long-range cruise missiles supplied by the United Kingdom at targets inside Russia for the first time, British media reports. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed Western allies for much of the war for permission to use long-range missiles on Russian territory. The reported use of UK missiles comes after US-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles were reportedly used on …

Biden’s last-minute permission to strike deep inside Russia divides Europe
1 month ago

Biden’s last-minute permission to strike deep inside Russia divides Europe

Al Jazeera  

Britain and France have long agitated for a more aggressive posture, but Germany still refuses to give Ukraine Taurus missiles. Britain and France, which supply Ukraine with SCALP/Storm Shadow missiles of 250km range and have supported lifting the ban immediately, authorised their missiles’ use inside Russia’s Kursk region as well. But Putin also reminded Scholz that his terms were Ukraine’s …

Russia vows response against US missiles
1 month ago

Russia vows response against US missiles

China Daily  

MOSCOW/KYIV — Russia warned on Tuesday that it would respond after Ukraine fired longer-range US missiles into its territory for the first time on the 1,000th day of the conflict. A senior official told the Agence France-Presse that a strike on Russia's Bryansk region earlier on Tuesday "was carried out by ATACMS missiles", a reference to the US-supplied Army Tactical …

Photos this week: November 14-21, 2024
1 month ago

Photos this week: November 14-21, 2024

CNN  

It has now been more than 1,000 days since Russia invaded Ukraine, and the conflict escalated Thursday when Russia launched a new non-nuclear ballistic missile on Ukraine’s Dnipro region. At least three people were injured in the attack, the head of the Dnipro’s military administration said. Both US and British/French-made missiles were fired into Russia by Ukraine, after US President …

Russia vows response against US missiles
1 month ago

Russia vows response against US missiles

China Daily  

MOSCOW/KYIV — Russia warned on Tuesday that it would respond after Ukraine fired longer-range US missiles into its territory for the first time on the 1,000th day of the conflict. A senior official told the Agence France-Presse that a strike on Russia's Bryansk region earlier on Tuesday "was carried out by ATACMS missiles", a reference to the US-supplied Army Tactical …

China urges ‘restraint’ after Putin issues fresh nuclear threat over Ukraine’s ATACMS missile attack
1 month ago

China urges ‘restraint’ after Putin issues fresh nuclear threat over Ukraine’s ATACMS missile attack

Firstpost  

Amid rising Russia-West tension after Ukraine fired US-made ATACMS missiles, China has appealed for “calm” and “restraint” as Putin issued fresh nuclear threat in an indication of the worsening of the crisis. Reuters China on Wednesday urged “calm” and “restraint” after Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a nuclear threat and Ukraine fired longer-range US missiles at its territory for the …

Russia threatens nuclear response
1 month ago

Russia threatens nuclear response

ABC  

Sally Sara: ABC Listen, podcasts, radio, news, music and more. Kathleen Ferguson: Australia's Acting Prime Minister, Richard Marles, says Russia has gone too far. Luke Siddham Dundon: The ABC has heard of plans among Israel's top brass to try and end the war by starving and intensifying its siege in Gaza's north. Sally Sara: That's Senior business correspondent Peter Ryan …

Mint Quick Edit | Don’t let the Russia-Ukraine conflict escalate further
1 month ago

Mint Quick Edit | Don’t let the Russia-Ukraine conflict escalate further

Live Mint  

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday modified his country’s nuclear doctrine to broaden the circumstances in which the Kremlin could use nuclear weapons. As reported, the changes sanction their use when it’s under a coordinated attack, which includes a non-nuclear state attacking it with the backing of a nuclear state. Scarily, this shift comes amid reports of Ukraine having fired …

Nuclear threat in Russia-Ukraine war? Who's saying what
1 month ago

Nuclear threat in Russia-Ukraine war? Who's saying what

India Today  

The ominous sounds of nuclear sabre-rattling echoed around the world after Ukraine struck inside Russia for the first time with long-range missiles supplied by the US, drawing a furious response from Moscow. US ‘IMMENSELY CONCERNED’ The US State Department said it saw no need to adjust its nuclear posture following Russia’s announcement but criticised Moscow's nuclear rhetoric. RUSSIA DEFENDS NUCLEAR …

Kremlin warns of possible nuclear response if Kyiv uses Western-made missiles
1 month ago

Kremlin warns of possible nuclear response if Kyiv uses Western-made missiles

China Daily  

MOSCOW - Moscow's revised nuclear doctrine outlines the possibility of a nuclear response if Kyiv uses Western-made missiles against Russia, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Tuesday. Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree approving Russia's updated nuclear doctrine on Tuesday. The spokesperson further said that Russia would view the use of Western non-nuclear missiles by Ukraine as an attack by …

Kremlin warns of possible nuclear response if Kyiv uses Western-made missiles
1 month ago

Kremlin warns of possible nuclear response if Kyiv uses Western-made missiles

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-11-20 09:57 MOSCOW - Moscow's revised nuclear doctrine outlines the possibility of a nuclear response if Kyiv uses Western-made missiles against Russia, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Tuesday. Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree approving Russia's updated nuclear doctrine on Tuesday. The spokesperson further said that Russia would view the use of Western non-nuclear missiles by …

US will send Ukraine at least $275 million in new weapons in push to bolster Kyiv before Trump
1 month ago

US will send Ukraine at least $275 million in new weapons in push to bolster Kyiv before Trump

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Pentagon will send …

Russia starts mass-producing mobile nuclear bunkers capable of housing dozens and protecting against shockwaves and radiation - as Putin lowers threshold for launching nukes
1 month ago

Russia starts mass-producing mobile nuclear bunkers capable of housing dozens and protecting against shockwaves and radiation - as Putin lowers threshold for launching nukes

Daily Mail  

Russia has begun mass-producing mobile bomb shelters that can protect against shockwaves and radiation from a nuclear blast. Emergency personnel walk into radiation-resistant mobile bomb shelters in Nizhny Novgorod region in February last year Vladimir Putin this morning signed off on an updated version of the Kremlin's nuclear doctrine that broadens the scope for Moscow to turn to its fearsome …

The Kremlin has revised its nuclear policy. Does that make the use of atomic weapons more likely?
1 month ago

The Kremlin has revised its nuclear policy. Does that make the use of atomic weapons more likely?

Associated Press  

The 4-year-old document has a bland, bureaucratic title — “Basic Principles of State Policy on Nuclear Deterrence” — but its contents are chilling, especially with its newest revisions. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print The revamped document describes nuclear weapons as “a means of deterrence,” …

Ukraine fires US-made long-range missiles into Russia for first time
1 month ago

Ukraine fires US-made long-range missiles into Russia for first time

Hindustan Times  

As the Russia-Ukraine war entered its 1,000th day on Tuesday, Moscow said that Kyiv fired US-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles into its Bryansk region. Kyiv wasted little to no time in using its newly acquired powers, marking the first time it hit targets deep inside Russia using long-range American missiles. Outgoing US President Joe Biden on Sunday reportedly authorized the use …

Putin signs a new nuclear weapons doctrine in warning to the West over Ukraine, details
1 month ago

Putin signs a new nuclear weapons doctrine in warning to the West over Ukraine, details

Op India  

On Tuesday, 19th November, Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a revised nuclear doctrine, only days after the US authorized Ukraine’s use of longer-range missiles against Moscow. According to the recently approved regulation, aggression against Russia or its allies by a non-nuclear state backed by a nuclear power will be considered a joint attack. An earlier version of the document indicated …

Team Trump assails Biden decision on missiles for Ukraine
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1 month ago

Team Trump assails Biden decision on missiles for Ukraine

Raw Story  

Donald Trump's allies voiced vehement criticism Monday of President Joe Biden's decision to let Ukraine use US-supplied long-range missiles for attacks inside Russia, accusing him of a dangerous escalation. The new policy and Biden's pledge to speed up military aid to Ukraine come as the United States prepares for Trump to take over as president in January, having questioned U.S. …

‘That means World War 3’: Putin signs new nuclear weapons doctrine; top Russian official says ‘missiles fired against…’
1 month ago

‘That means World War 3’: Putin signs new nuclear weapons doctrine; top Russian official says ‘missiles fired against…’

Live Mint  

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a revised nuclear doctrine on Tuesday — days after the US greenlit Ukrainian use of longer-range missiles against Moscow. “Russia's new nuclear doctrine means NATO missiles fired against our country could be deemed an attack by the bloc on Russia. That means World War III,” wrote former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev — currently the deputy …

Putin signs new Russian nuclear doctrine after Biden's arms decision for Ukraine
1 month ago

Putin signs new Russian nuclear doctrine after Biden's arms decision for Ukraine

Deccan Chronicle  

President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a revised nuclear doctrine declaring that a conventional attack on Russia by any nation that is supported by a nuclear power will be considered a joint attack on his country. The signing of the doctrine, which says that any massive aerial attack on Russia could trigger a nuclear response, demonstrates Putin’s readiness to tap …

'He doesn't want peace': Ukraine's UN envoy warns against appeasing Putin on 1,000th day of war
1 month ago

'He doesn't want peace': Ukraine's UN envoy warns against appeasing Putin on 1,000th day of war

Firstpost  

Ukrainian diplomat Yevheniia Filipenko urged allies to resist appeasement of Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasising that recent attacks on Ukraine’s power grid show his commitment to prolonging the war A top Ukrainian diplomat warned against any appeasement of Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying that the latest deadly attacks on Ukraine showed he had no desire for peace, and asked allies …

Putin Signs Decree Allowing Broader Use Of Nuclear Weapons As Ukraine War Reaches 1,000 Days
1 month ago

Putin Signs Decree Allowing Broader Use Of Nuclear Weapons As Ukraine War Reaches 1,000 Days

ABP News  

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a revised nuclear doctrine declaring that an attack on Russia by any nation that is supported by a nuclear power will be considered a joint attack on his country. The signing of the doctrine, which states that any massive aerial attack on Russia could trigger a nuclear response, reflects Putin’s readiness to threaten …

Vladimir Putin Signs New Doctrine Lowering Threshold For Using Nuclear Weapons
1 month ago

Vladimir Putin Signs New Doctrine Lowering Threshold For Using Nuclear Weapons

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday formally lowered the threshold for Russia’s use of its nuclear weapons, a move that follows U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to let Ukraine strike targets inside Russian territory with American-supplied longer-range missiles. While the doctrine envisions a possible nuclear response by Russia to such a conventional strike, it is formulated broadly to …

Putin dares US with bold shift in nuclear policy amid Ukraine conflict
1 month ago

Putin dares US with bold shift in nuclear policy amid Ukraine conflict

Hindustan Times  

In a clear message to the US and the rest of the Western powers, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday approved revisions in its nuclear doctrine amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin's new decree aligns with his earlier remarks in September about revising the nuclear doctrine. Russia's announcement coincided with the US granting limited permission to …

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