War in space could be Putin's last, best hope... and if he destroys humanity in the process, so be it. That is the point of a Doomsday weapon, says the Russian president's biographer MARK GALEOTTI
1 year, 1 month ago

War in space could be Putin's last, best hope... and if he destroys humanity in the process, so be it. That is the point of a Doomsday weapon, says the Russian president's biographer MARK GALEOTTI

Daily Mail  

Washington is abuzz with the news that US intelligence has got wind of Russian plans to put nuclear weapons in space - a move it described as ‘a serious national security threat’. Russia’s great ally China, as well as its neutral ‘partner’ India, will be equally horrified at the prospect of anti-satellite nukes, which could destroy entire communication networks, GPS relay stations, military targeting systems and defence sensors, making modern life on earth all but impossible. Anti-satellite nukes could destroy entire communication networks, GPS relay stations, military targeting systems and defence sensors, making modern life on Earth all but impossible Even for Putin, to trigger nuclear explosions in orbit would be the act of a madman. The US later trialled anti-satellite missiles but in 2022 banned their use because attacks risked filling Earth’s orbit with ‘space junk’ that could later destroy satellites and spacecraft, including manned ones.

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Russia-Ukraine War: NATO’s New Missile Strategy Risks Nuclear Conflict While Europe Celebrates Christmas
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Putin's new missile leaves the whole of Europe minutes from Armageddon: Hypersonic weapon used in Ukraine 'could hit London in 20 minutes' and strike anywhere in Europe with multiple nuclear warheads
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Putin's new missile leaves the whole of Europe minutes from Armageddon: Hypersonic weapon used in Ukraine 'could hit London in 20 minutes' and strike anywhere in Europe with multiple nuclear warheads

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin's experimental hypersonic rocket unleashed on Ukraine for the first time yesterday could strike any city in Europe in under 20 minutes, it is feared. Ukraine's air force raised the alarm early Thursday morning that Russia's forces had deployed an intercontinental ballistic missile as security cameras captured the moment multiple warheads rained down over the city of Dnipro. Putin …

The Kremlin has revised its nuclear policy. Does that make the use of atomic weapons more likely?
4 months 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,” …

Putin's BIG decision on nuclear weapons: 5 scenarios when Russia can use nuke against Ukraine | READ MORE
4 months ago

Putin's BIG decision on nuclear weapons: 5 scenarios when Russia can use nuke against Ukraine | READ MORE

India TV News  

Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday approved an updated nuclear doctrine, saying that Russia could consider using nuclear weapons if it was subject to a conventional missile assault on it supported by a nuclear power. The decision to change Russia's official nuclear doctrine is the Kremlin’s answer to a reported decision by the administration of US President Joe Biden …

Russia tests nuclear unit as it rolls out ballistic missiles in latest threat to West
5 months ago

Russia tests nuclear unit as it rolls out ballistic missiles in latest threat to 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. open image in gallery Russia President Putin Putin said …

US scrambled to urge Putin not to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine, Woodward book says
5 months, 1 week ago

US scrambled to urge Putin not to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine, Woodward book says

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: Months into Russia’s war in Ukraine, the United States had intelligence pointing to “highly sensitive, credible conversations inside the Kremlin” that President Vladimir Putin was seriously considering using nuclear weapons to avoid major battlefield losses, journalist Bob Woodward reported in his new book, “War.” The US intelligence pointed to a 50% chance that Putin would use tactical nukes if …

US Warns Putin Not to Use Nuclear Weapons in Ukraine: New Book Reveals Sensitive Conversations
5 months, 1 week 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 …

Will letting Ukraine use long-range missiles push Putin over the edge?
6 months, 1 week ago

Will letting Ukraine use long-range missiles push Putin over the edge?

The Independent  

The joint visit to Kyiv by the US secretary of state, Antony Blinken, and our own foreign secretary, David Lammy, is much more than that latest show of transatlantic support for Ukraine. Ukraine already uses homemade drones to strike Russia’s “rear area” launch sites and airfields, as far away from its borders as an Arctic airfield; it has even successfully …

What is in Putin’s ‘nuclear doctrine’ that could trigger a Russian attack?
7 months, 2 weeks ago

What is in Putin’s ‘nuclear doctrine’ that could trigger a Russian attack?

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. “If somebody’s actions threaten our sovereignty and territorial integrity, …

Russia’s Putin vows ‘mirror measures’ in response to U.S. missiles in Germany
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia’s Putin vows ‘mirror measures’ in response to U.S. missiles in Germany

Associated Press  

Russia may deploy new strike weapons in response to the planned U.S. stationing of longer-range and hypersonic missiles in Germany, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday. Speaking at a naval parade in St Petersburg, Putin vowed “mirror measures” after the U.S. earlier this month announced that it will start deploying the weapons in 2026, to affirm its commitment to …

Putin sees no need for nuclear weapons to win in Ukraine. But he’s also keeping his options open
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Putin sees no need for nuclear weapons to win in Ukraine. But he’s also keeping his options open

Associated Press  

The message to NATO from President Vladimir Putin was simple and stark: Don’t go too far in providing military support for Ukraine, or you’ll risk a conflict with Russia that could quickly turn nuclear. “It mustn’t be treated in a light, superficial way,” Putin said in June, reaffirming that Russia’s nuclear doctrine calls for using atomic weapons if it perceives …

Putin says 'no need' to use nuclear weapons for victory in Ukraine as US ramps up aid
9 months, 1 week ago

Putin says 'no need' to use nuclear weapons for victory in Ukraine as US ramps up aid

India TV News  

St Petersburg: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday asserted that Russia has no need to use nuclear weapons for a military victory in Ukraine, the strongest signal by the Kremlin that the ongoing conflict might not escalate into a nuclear war. Western countries were concerned after Putin repeatedly said that Russia would use nuclear weapons if necessary to defend itself, …

Ukraine attacks Russia with American-supplied weapons: Will Vladimir Putin escalate the war?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine attacks Russia with American-supplied weapons: Will Vladimir Putin escalate the war?

Slate  

For the first time since President Joe Biden gave them permission to do so, Ukrainian soldiers have fired an American-supplied weapon at a target inside Russia. Yet until now, Biden had forbidden Ukraine from taking this step out of concern that doing so might cross a “red line,” pushing Putin to launch missiles against a NATO country’s territory or even …

Putin warns West over Ukraine armaments, nuclear arsenal
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Putin warns West over Ukraine armaments, nuclear arsenal

Al Jazeera  

Russian president reiterates in news conference that attacking NATO countries is a ‘crazy’ idea but warns against Ukraine interference. This should not be taken lightly, superficially.” Attack on NATO ‘rubbish’ Putin also took the opportunity once again to brush aside fears that Russia could attack countries in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Total rubbish.” Putin issues warning over Russia strikes …

Putin orders tactical nuclear weapons drills in response to Western ‘threats’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Putin orders tactical nuclear weapons drills in response to Western ‘threats’

CNN  

CNN — President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russian forces to rehearse deploying tactical nuclear weapons, as part of military drills to respond to what he called “threats” by the West. Russia’s defense ministry said the drills were ordered after “provocative statements and threats” by Western officials against Russia, which Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said had reached “unprecedented levels.” French President …

How WW3 could be won in space... and it's Russia and China leading the star wars nuke race: As Moscow vetoes UN bid to prevent space-based Armageddon, the deadly weapons Putin and Xi's scientists are
10 months, 3 weeks ago

How WW3 could be won in space... and it's Russia and China leading the star wars nuke race: As Moscow vetoes UN bid to prevent space-based Armageddon, the deadly weapons Putin and Xi's scientists are

Daily Mail  

Russia yesterday vetoed a UN resolution calling on all nations to prevent a dangerous nuclear arms race in outer space, sparking fears Moscow may be gearing up for a catastrophic cosmic escalation. Russia launches a Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile at the Plesetsk Cosmodrome Anti-satellite nukes could destroy entire communication networks, GPS relay stations, military targeting systems and defence sensors, making …

US, Russia set for a showdown at UN over nuclear weapons in space
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US, Russia set for a showdown at UN over nuclear weapons in space

Hindustan Times  

The United States and Russia are set to face off over nuclear weapons in space on Wednesday at the United Nations Security Council, which is due to vote on a US-drafted resolution calling on countries to prevent an arms race in outer space. The 1967 Outer Space Treaty bars signatories – including Russia and the United States – from placing …

What is Russia’s mysterious new space weapon?
11 months ago

What is Russia’s mysterious new space weapon?

Live Mint  

Washington was abuzz on February 14th with news of a mysterious Russian space weapon. There are essentially three options: a “pop-up” nuclear weapon designed to destroy satellites, which would be stationed on the ground and launched only when it was about to be used; a nuclear weapon that would be stationed in orbit; or a nuclear-powered satellite which would not …

How Putin has ramped up his nuclear war rhetoric: As Vladimir once again speaks of Armageddon, the increasingly alarming threats he has made to nuke the West since invading Ukraine
1 year ago

How Putin has ramped up his nuclear war rhetoric: As Vladimir once again speaks of Armageddon, the increasingly alarming threats he has made to nuke the West since invading Ukraine

Daily Mail  

Russian President Vladimir Putin today confirmed his readiness for nuclear war should the US deploy troops to war-torn Ukraine - the latest in a series of warnings he has delivered to the West in the two years since he launched his invasion. Pictured - Tu-22M3 long-range strategic bombers and Mig-31I fighters armed with hypersonic Dagger missiles The Sarmat intercontinental ballistic …

Putin says Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty or independence is threatened
1 year ago

Putin says Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty or independence is threatened

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 President Vladimir Putin said that …

Putin warns again that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty is threatened
1 year ago

Putin warns again that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty is threatened

Associated Press  

President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty or independence is threatened, issuing another blunt warning to the West just days before an election in which he’s all but certain to secure another six-year term. When asked for U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres’ reaction to Putin’s remarks, spokesman Stéphane Dujarric said that “all …

Putin warns West, says Russia is ready for nuclear war if US sends troops to Ukraine
1 year ago

Putin warns West, says Russia is ready for nuclear war if US sends troops to Ukraine

India TV News  

Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday warned Western countries that Russia is technically ready for nuclear war and it would be considered a significant escalation of the war if the United States decides to send troops to Ukraine. However, the Kremlin leader said the nuclear war scenario was not "rushing" up and there was no need for the use …

'Weapons exist to be used': Putin warns West, says ready for nuclear war
1 year ago

'Weapons exist to be used': Putin warns West, says ready for nuclear war

India Today  

President Vladimir Putin warned the West on Wednesday that Russia was technically ready for nuclear war and that if the US sent troops to Ukraine it would be considered a significant escalation of the war. Putin, speaking just days before a March 15-17 election which is certain to give him another six years in power, said the nuclear war scenario …

Putin warns again that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty is threatened
1 year ago

Putin warns again that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty is threatened

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during an interview with Russian media in Moscow on Tuesday. President Vladimir Putin says Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty or independence is threatened, issuing another blunt warning to the West before an election in which he’s all but certain to secure another six-year term. When asked for U.N. Secretary-General António …

Putin says West risks nuclear war if NATO sends troops to Ukraine
1 year ago

Putin says West risks nuclear war if NATO sends troops to Ukraine

Raw Story  

President Vladimir Putin warned Western countries on Thursday that there was a genuine risk of nuclear war if they sent their own troops to fight in Ukraine, and he said Moscow had the weapons to strike targets in the West. Putin, who was speaking ahead of a March 15-17 presidential election when he is certain to be re-elected for another …

Putin warns that sending Western troops to Ukraine risks a global nuclear war
1 year ago

Putin warns that sending Western troops to Ukraine risks a global nuclear war

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed Thursday to fulfill Moscow’s goals in Ukraine and sternly warned the West against deeper involvement in the fighting, saying that such a move is fraught with the risk of a global nuclear conflict. Putin noted that while accusing Russia of plans to attack NATO allies in Europe, Western allies were “selecting targets for …

Vladimir Putin warns West of risk of nuclear war, says Moscow can strike Western targets
1 year ago

Vladimir Putin warns West of risk of nuclear war, says Moscow can strike Western targets

ABC  

President Vladimir Putin has told Western countries they risked provoking a nuclear war if they sent troops to fight in Ukraine, warning that Moscow had the weapons to strike targets in the West. He prefaced his nuclear warning with a specific reference to an idea, floated by French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday, of European NATO members sending ground troops …

Putin says Russia has no intention of putting nuclear weapons in space, denying U.S. claims
1 year ago

Putin says Russia has no intention of putting nuclear weapons in space, denying U.S. claims

The Hindu  

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared on February 20 that Moscow has no intention of deploying nuclear weapons in space, claiming that the country has only developed space capabilities similar to those of the U.S. Mr. Putin's statement follows the White House confirmation last week that Russia has obtained a “troubling” anti-satellite weapon capability, although such a weapon is not operational …

Putin says Russia has no intention of putting nuclear weapons in space, denying US claims
1 year, 1 month ago

Putin says Russia has no intention of putting nuclear weapons in space, denying US claims

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin declared Tuesday that Moscow has no intention of deploying nuclear weapons in space, claiming that the country has only developed space capabilities similar to those of the U.S. Putin’s statement follows the White House confirmation last week that Russia has obtained a “troubling” anti-satellite weapon capability, although such a weapon is not operational yet. …

Putin says Russia has no intention of putting nuclear weapons in space
1 year, 1 month ago

Putin says Russia has no intention of putting nuclear weapons in space

Al Jazeera  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that Moscow has no intention of deploying nuclear weapons in space, claiming that the country has only developed space capabilities similar to those of the US. Putin’s statement on Tuesday follows the White House claim last week that Russia has obtained a “troubling” anti-satellite weapon capability, although such a weapon is not operational yet. …

Is Russia developing a space-based nuclear weapon? Why is the US so concerned?
1 year, 1 month ago

Is Russia developing a space-based nuclear weapon? Why is the US so concerned?

Firstpost  

The White House announced on Thursday that Russia is in the process of developing a space-based anti-satellite weapon, which worries the United States. During a White House briefing, National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby confirmed that the threat is linked to Russia’s development of anti-satellite capability. However, he stated that it would violate the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, to which …

Putin 'could use NUCLEAR weapons in Ukraine'
1 year, 3 months ago

Putin 'could use NUCLEAR weapons in Ukraine'

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin could resort to deploying nuclear weapons in his war against Ukraine if the Russian despot feels his forces face defeat on the battlefield, a retired US Army Brigadier General has warned. Ryan, who also served as the Defence Attaché to Russia, said Moscow is not just at war with Ukraine, but with the West too - and it's …

Putin says war with Russia is ‘nonsense’, if US goes to war then it would be ‘completely different’
1 year, 5 months ago

Putin says war with Russia is ‘nonsense’, if US goes to war then it would be ‘completely different’

Live Mint  

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday said if the United States went to war against Russia then it would be very different to the war in Ukraine. Thoughts of war between Russia and the US were unhealthy but if people were making such thoughts public they will cause concern to Moscow, Putin told Kremlin reporter Pavel Zarubin, as per a …

Russia to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus in July, says Putin
1 year, 9 months ago

Russia to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus in July, says Putin

The Hindu  

Russia will start deploying tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus after special storage facilities are ready on July 7-8, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, Moscow's first move of such bombs outside Russia since the fall of the Soviet Union. Mr. Putin in March announced he wanted to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, an apparent warning to the U.S.-led NATO …

Putin may launch nuclear strike 'to cause misery amid Russian failure to conquer Ukraine'
1 year, 11 months ago

Putin may launch nuclear strike 'to cause misery amid Russian failure to conquer Ukraine'

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin could use nuclear weapons in Ukraine if he feels defeat is imminent, a leading think-tank has warned. A rocket launches from missile system as part of a ground-based intercontinental ballistic missile test launched from the Plesetsk facility in northwestern Russia Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a Security Council meeting in Moscow, Russia, Friday, March 24, 2023 Giles pointed …

March 27, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news
1 year, 11 months ago

March 27, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news

CNN  

Vladimir Putin says he plans to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, the neighboring ally from which he staged part of his February 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The weapons Putin plans to move to Belarus are not strategic nuclear weapons, those giant intercontinental ballistic missiles that, if fired, could end life on earth. What’s more, he notes, Russia already has …

Putin says Russia will station tactical nukes in Belarus
1 year, 11 months ago

Putin says Russia will station tactical nukes in Belarus

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin announced plans on Saturday to station tactical nuclear weapons in neighboring Belarus, a warning to the West as it steps up military support for Ukraine. The U.S. government believes Russia has about 2,000 tactical nuclear weapons, which include bombs that can be carried by tactical aircraft, warheads for short-range missiles and artillery rounds. “We …

Putin says Russia will station tactical nukes in Belarus
1 year, 11 months ago

Putin says Russia will station tactical nukes in Belarus

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement about tactical nuclear weapons comes after Britain’s decision to provide Ukraine with ammunition that he has falsely claimed contain nuclear components. Russian President Vladimir Putin announced plans Saturday to station tactical nuclear weapons in neighboring Belarus, a warning to the West as it steps up military support for Ukraine. The U.S. government believes Russia has …

Vladimir Putin can use nuclear weapon to end Ukraine war: US Intel
2 years ago

Vladimir Putin can use nuclear weapon to end Ukraine war: US Intel

Live Mint  

The intelligence community of the United States believes that Russian President Vladimir Putin can use nuclear weapons to end the Ukraine war. The Annual Threat Assessment report released on Wednesday added that Putin may also drag the US-led West to the Ukraine war in an effort to win back public support. Putin's escalation may also delve from the larger opinion …

After a year into war, Putin is now planning mass suicidal attacks on Ukrainians
2 years ago

After a year into war, Putin is now planning mass suicidal attacks on Ukrainians

Live Mint  

With the Russia-Ukraine conflict recently marked its first anniversary on February 24, 2023, Russian President Vladimir Putin is now planning “mass suicidal attacks” on Ukrainians, a report by Mirror has claimed. The report has cited confidential assessment of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine which claimed that Putin's attack is allegedly trapped in a rut caused by alarming military weakness, failure, inability, …

Vladimir Putin is planning 'mass suicidal attacks' on Ukrainians now: Report
2 years ago

Vladimir Putin is planning 'mass suicidal attacks' on Ukrainians now: Report

Hindustan Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin is planning to order “mass suicidal attacks” by the country's army in Ukraine, a report claimed. The order could be in place for the next three months, The Mirror reported citing a confidential assessment of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine which claimed that as “Vladimir Putin’s offensive is stuck in a rut created by shocking military weakness, …

Medvedev warns of nuclear war if Russia defeated in Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

Medvedev warns of nuclear war if Russia defeated in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Former Russian leader and Putin ally warns Ukraine’s Western allies ahead of a key meeting in Germany. Dmitry Medvedev, an outspoken former Russian president who is close to Vladimir Putin, has warned NATO that Moscow’s defeat in Ukraine could trigger a nuclear war. “The defeat of a nuclear power in a conventional war may trigger a nuclear war,” Medvedev, who …

Putin says Russia could adopt US preemptive strike concept
2 years, 3 months ago

Putin says Russia could adopt US preemptive strike concept

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that Moscow could adopt what he described as a U.S. concept of using preemptive military strikes, noting it has the weapons to do the job, in a blunt statement amid rising Russia-NATO tensions over Ukraine. While Putin appeared to refer to conventional precision-guided weapons when he talked about possibly mimicking the U.S. …

Putin says Russia could adopt US preemptive strike concept
2 years, 3 months ago

Putin says Russia could adopt US preemptive strike concept

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that Moscow could adopt …

Russian President Vladimir Putin denies Western accusations of nuclear sabre-rattling
2 years, 3 months ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin denies Western accusations of nuclear sabre-rattling

ABC  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has described his country's nuclear arsenal as a "factor of deterrence" during the war in Ukraine but refused to rule out striking first with such weapons. Key points: Vladimir Putin said Russia would employ nuclear weapons in the face of an imminent attack He said he was obliged to emphasise his readiness to protect Russia at …

Ukraine war is going to ‘take a while,’ Putin says as he warns nuclear risk is increasing
2 years, 3 months ago

Ukraine war is going to ‘take a while,’ Putin says as he warns nuclear risk is increasing

CNN  

CNN — Nearly 10 months after his invasion of Ukraine began, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday acknowledged that the conflict is “going to take a while,” as he also warned of the “increasing” threat of nuclear war. Speaking at a meeting of Russia’s Human Rights Council at the Kremlin, Putin said Moscow will fight by “all available means at …

US officials divided over new intelligence suggesting Russian military discussed scenarios for using nuclear weapons
2 years, 4 months ago

US officials divided over new intelligence suggesting Russian military discussed scenarios for using nuclear weapons

CNN  

Washington CNN — Russian military officials have discussed how and under what conditions Russia would use a tactical nuclear weapon on the battlefield in Ukraine, according to a US intelligence assessment described to CNN by multiple sources who have read it. Tactical nuclear weapons are sometimes described as “small nukes,” because they are typically smaller nuclear warheads that are intended …

Putin says Russia will not nuclear bomb against Ukraine
2 years, 4 months ago

Putin says Russia will not nuclear bomb against Ukraine

Deccan Chronicle  

MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday denied having any intentions of using nuclear weapons in Ukraine but described the conflict there as part of alleged efforts by the West to secure its global domination, which he insisted are doomed to fail. Speaking at a conference of international foreign policy experts, Putin said it's pointless for Russia to strike Ukraine …

Russia’s Putin denies he intends to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine
2 years, 4 months ago

Russia’s Putin denies he intends to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine

LA Times  

“We see no need” for using nuclear weapons in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin said in a speech Thursday. “There is no point in that, neither political nor military.” Putin said an earlier warning of his readiness to use “all means available to protect Russia” didn’t amount to nuclear saber-rattling but was merely a response to Western statements about their …

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