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Russia Threatens Nuclear Strike if NATO Moves on Kaliningrad

Russia threatened NATO with nuclear retaliation if Kaliningrad is blockaded. Here is what the formal diplomatic warning means and how the alliance responded.

Latin Times · Oct 1

Russia warns NATO of a possible nuclear response if Kaliningrad is cut off

Russia has warned NATO it could use nuclear weapons to defend Kaliningrad if allies attempt to cut off the exclave

The Independent UK · Sep 30

NATO chief Rutte says alliance is defensive, urges Russia to end nuclear threats

In a tense geopolitical landscape, NATO secretary general Mark Rutte emphasizes the need for restraint in light of Russia's nuclear intimidation surrounding Kaliningrad. In retaliation, Russia issued stark warnings of deploying its full military arsenal, including nuclear arms, if NATO pursues a course of isolation. Recent accusations from Russian embassies…

The Times of India · Sep 30

Switzerland rejects hard right push for stricter definition of neutrality

Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to adopt a more restrictive form of neutrality, championed by the hard right, which would have blocked their ​country from cooperating with NATO or impose sanctions.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 28

70% Swiss say no: Switzerland rejects push for tighter neutrality amid Russia war

The initiative would have restricted Switzerland from joining sanctions against other countries unless those measures had been imposed by the United Nations. That would have significantly affected Switzerland’s ability to impose sanctions independently. Russia, one of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, has veto power over decisions…

The Times of India · Sep 28

Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules that would have curbed Nato cooperation

70% vote against tightening centuries-old neutrality, which far right said was being eroded by sanctions against Russia

The Guardian - UK · Sep 27

Major Incident Declared At UK Military Base That Doubles As An FOB For U.S. Forces.

Several men were arrested near RAF Fairford, a base that has been used by American bombers since the beginning of the Iran conflict.

International Business Times · Sep 27

Switzerland's neutrality test puts Nato ties, Russia sanctions at stake

In a significant referendum, Swiss voters are deliberating over potential changes to the nation's established neutrality rules concerning military partnerships. The proposed amendment seeks to restrict Switzerland's involvement in peacetime alliances and its capacity to enforce sanctions. These discussions have gained traction following the imposition of sanctions against Russia during…

The Times of India · Sep 27

Swiss reject plan to adopt stricter form of neutrality that would rule out NATO cooperation

Swiss voters on Sunday voted against a proposal that would have imposed a more restrictive form of neutrality on the Alpine country, preventing it from levelling sanctions without UN backing or joining military alliances except when under direct attack. Switzerland's centuries-long tradition of "armed neutrality" has not prevented the government…

France 24 · Sep 27

Swiss voters reject proposal to strengthen country’s neutrality

Ballot spearheaded by populist party said country had drawn dangerously close to Nato and EU, particularly concerning Ukraine war

The Independent UK · Sep 27