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Vladimir Putin could launch nuclear strike but it would mean end of Russian civilisation, expert warns

The Russian president is believed to have has 2,000 tactical nuclear weapons at his disposal

Irish Mirror

Ukraine war: Russian tests and Putin's threats recall the nuclear fears of the cold war

Russia is reported to have held drills this week simulating “nuclear-capable strikes”. According to a statement by Russia’s ministry of defence, forces of the Baltic Fleet in the Kaliningrad region, conducted training sessions to “deliver mock missile strikes with the crews of the Iskander operational-tactical missile systems”. The Iskander has…

The Conversation

Vladimir Putin may launch nukes but it would end Russian civilisation, expert says

It is estimated that Vladimir Putin has 2,000 tactical nuclear weapons and some have the power to kill 10s of thousands of people with one strike - as there are fears Moscow may resort to this

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How likely is it that Russia will launch a nuclear attack?

Vladimir Putin has placed the Kremlin’s strategic nuclear weapons forces on ‘high alert’, prompting fears over what could happen next

The Independent UK

Putin has 'no way back but to fire nuclear weapons', Kremlin reporter says

Alexander Sladkov, a works as a "propagandist" for the Kremlin, has urged the Russian leader to detonate an atomic bomb and cause “a crater the size of several regions”.

Daily Record

Pope, Japan PM, discuss hopes for nuclear-free world

Pope Francis and the prime minister of Japan, the only country to be hit by atomic bombs, met on Wednesday and discussed their common hope for a world free of nuclear weapons.

Reuters

How likely is it that Russia will launch a nuclear attack?

Vladimir Putin has placed the Kremlin’s strategic nuclear weapons forces on ‘high alert’, prompting fears over what could happen next

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Vladimir Putin has 'no way back but to unleash nuclear weapons', Kremlin reporter says

Russan war reporter and 'propagandist' for the Kremlin Alexander Sladkov advocated for an atomic bombing to cause 'a crater the size of several regions'

Daily Mirror

North Korea fires ‘unidentified projectile’ eastward, says South Korea

Kim Jong Un has vowed to build up his nuclear weapons arsenal ‘at a fast pace’

Evening Standard

How likely is it that Russia will launch a nuclear attack?

Vladimir Putin has placed the Kremlin’s strategic nuclear weapons forces on ‘high alert’, prompting fears over what could happen next

The Independent UK

Pacific nations walk geopolitical tightrope over Ukraine war, as nuclear legacy looms

Pacific leaders have broadly lambasted the Russian assault, but some countries have resisted outright condemnation of the superpower

The Guardian - AU

UK could be ‘plunged into the sea’ by underwater nuclear strike, Russia state TV threatens

Dmitry Kiselyov, a Putin propagandist, threatened the UK with a Poseidon underwater drone

The Independent UK

Doyle McManus: Can the US deter Putin from using his arsenal of battlefield nuclear weapons in Ukraine?

WASHINGTON — Russian President Vladimir Putin reminded the world last week that he controls the world's largest arsenal of nuclear weapons.

Los Angeles Times

Rep. Kinzinger introduces measure to allow US military intervention in Ukraine if Russia uses chemical, biological weapons

CHICAGO — U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger said Sunday he has introduced legislation that would give congressional authorization for President Joe Biden to use U.S. military force in Ukraine if Russia uses chemical, biological or nuclear weapons.

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The Hindu

Third World War talk that could be hyperbole

Apart from the grave consequences in an unlikely West versus Russia nuclear stand-off, there are other inhibiting factors

Daily Mirror

Inside Kim Jong-un’s new ballistic missile plans as North Korea parades weapons

In a speech at a military parade on Monday, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his nuclear force was tasked with potentially carrying out strikes against anyone who violates the North's "fundamental interests"

The Independent UK

How likely is it that Russia will launch a nuclear attack?

Vladimir Putin has placed the Kremlin’s strategic nuclear weapons forces on ‘high alert’, prompting fears over what could happen next

The Independent UK

Kim warns N. Korea would 'preemptively' use nuclear weapons

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un warned yet again that the North could preemptively use its nuclear weapons if threatened, as he praised his top military officials over the staging of a massive military parade in Pyongyang this week

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Reuters

U.S. sees no threat of Russia using nuclear weapons despite rhetoric- official

The United States does not believe that there is a threat of Russia using nuclear weapons despite a recent escalation in Moscow's rhetoric, a senior U.S. defense official said on Friday.

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2 Aerospace & Defense Stocks to Buy with Escalating Geopolitical Tensions

The escalating geopolitical tensions around the Russia-Ukraine war, replete with threats of the use of nuclear weapons, have been motivating several countries to improve their defense infrastructure. So, we think prominent aerospace and defense stocks Aerojet Rocketdyne (AJRD) and Raytheon Technologies (RTX) are well-positioned to capitalize on the rising demand…

The National (Scotland)

Labour branded 'shameful' for attack on drug policy amid deaths crisis

THE Labour party are causing a stir on social media with an advertisement firing into the Liberal Democrats over their policies on nuclear weapons…

The Independent UK

How likely is it that Russia will launch a nuclear attack?

Vladimir Putin has placed the Kremlin’s strategic nuclear weapons forces on ‘high alert’, prompting fears over what could happen next

The Independent UK

How likely is it that Russia will launch a nuclear attack?

Vladimir Putin has placed the Kremlin’s strategic nuclear weapons forces on ‘high alert’, prompting fears over what could happen next

Reuters

Analysis-North Korea signals expansive mission for its nuclear weapons

As South Korea’s new conservative president prepares to take office, North Korea is outlining an expansive, ambiguous, and potentially destabilising doctrine for using its nuclear weapons, analysts said.

The Independent UK

Top US general says Russia is ‘irresponsible’ for ‘rattling nuclear sabre’

Tensions over the potential use of nuclear weapons have risen since the Russia launched its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine in February

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