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Russia Plans Tactical Nuclear Drills Amid Western Threats

May 6, 2024, 07:25 AM

The Russian Defense Ministry has announced plans to conduct military exercises involving tactical and non-strategic nuclear weapons, following an order from Putin. These drills, involving missile units of the Southern Military District and naval forces, are a response to what Russia perceives as provocative statements and threats from Western officials. The exercises aim to ensure Russian security and will include the deployment and operational use of these nuclear capabilities.