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Russia Announces Military Drills Involving Nuclear Weapons in Response to Western Threats

May 6, 2024, 07:06 AM

Russia's Defence Ministry announced plans to conduct military exercises that will include the deployment and use of tactical and non-strategic nuclear weapons. These drills are a response to what Russia perceives as provocative statements and threats from Western officials. The exercises aim to ensure Russian security and will involve various military branches, including aviation and navy forces. Additionally, a Russian diplomat stated that Russia would need to increase its missile arsenal to deter the West further.