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Is Russia’s changing nuclear doctrine a significant concern – or just another empty threat?

Russia’s announcement this week that it is revising its nuclear weapons doctrine has raised questions about what this means – and whether it marks a significant escalation in its war in Ukraine.

The Conversation · Sep 6, 2024

US arms advantage over Russia and China threatens stability, experts warn

Academics say vulnerability of the two countries’ nuclear launch sites makes dangerous mistakes more likely

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2024

Why is Russia changing its nuclear doctrine amid the Ukraine war?

Russia’s nuclear threats over the course of the war are a tactic to contain US involvement in Ukraine, experts say.

Al Jazeera · Sep 3, 2024

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Ukraine war briefing: Russia says it will change nuclear doctrine due to western ‘escalation’ in Ukraine

Work to amend doctrine on use of nuclear weapons ‘at an advanced stage’, state media quotes deputy foreign minister as saying. What we know on day 922

The Guardian - AU · Sep 1, 2024

Trump pushes nonsense theories about climate and nuclear weapons during bizarre interviews

The former president repeated windmills rant and went after nuclear weapons testing, as he continued his post-DNC spiral

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024

How US military planning has shifted away from fighting terrorism to readying for tensions and conflict with China and Russia

President Joe Biden’s recent approval of a major shift in U.S. nuclear weapons strategy highlights the attention the country’s national security officials are paying to Chinese ambitions for influence in the world.

The Conversation · Aug 26, 2024

Khamenei’s calculus: Iran supreme leader faces a bitter choice on Israel

All eyes are on Iran and its possible retaliation for an assassination – blamed on Israel – in its capital.

Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2024

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Biden approves new nuclear strategy focussed on coordinated Russia-China threat

The strategy takes into account rapid expansion of China’s nuclear arsenal and ongoing threats from Russia

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024

Iran's Potential Declaration Of Nuclear Power Raises Global Concerns

Iran's potential nuclear declaration raises global security concerns amid U.S. political dynamics.

Watchdogs want US to address extreme plutonium contamination in Los Alamos' Acid Canyon

Watchdogs are raising new concerns about legacy contamination in Los Alamos, the birthplace of the atomic bomb and home to a renewed effort to manufacture key components for nuclear weapons

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2024

Why are we spending $2T on more nukes?

Pentagon's plan will rain money on big weapons contractors — and threaten Armageddon for the rest of us

Salon · Aug 11, 2024

Hiroshima Urges Nuclear Weapons Abolition Amid Global Tensions

Hiroshima officials urge world leaders to abolish nuclear weapons amid rising global tensions, commemorating 79th anniversary of atomic bombing.

Renewed calls for ban on nuclear weapons on Hiroshima bombing anniversary

THE Scottish Greens have urged the UK Government to scrap nuclear weapons and invest in tackling poverty and the climate crisis on the anniversary…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 6, 2024

Hiroshima governor says nuclear disarmament must be tackled as a pressing issue, not an ideal

Hiroshima officials are urging world leaders to stop relying on nuclear weapons as deterrence and take immediate action toward abolishment — not as an ideal, but to remove the risk of atomic war amid the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East

The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2024

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Iran Nearing Nuclear Weapons Capability, U.S. Urged To Act

Iran's nuclear ambitions prompt global concern. U.S. faces criticism over approach to prevent weapon production.

Russian Military Conducts Drills With Tactical Nuclear Weapons

Russian military conducts tactical nuclear drills to deter Western support for Ukraine and considers revising nuclear doctrine.

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2024

Russian military begins 3rd round of drills to train troops in tactical nuclear weapons

The Russian military has begun a third round of drills with tactical nuclear weapons, part of the Kremlin’s messaging intended to force the West to limit its support for Ukraine

Russia's Nuclear Doctrine: Threats, Triggers, And Potential Changes

Explore Russia's nuclear doctrine amid Ukraine conflict and evolving geopolitical tensions.

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The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024

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

What could trigger a Russian nuclear response?

International Business Times · Jul 28, 2024

Putin Threatens To Restart Production Of Mid-range Nuclear Weapons

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday threatened to relaunch production of intermediate-range nuclear weapons if the United States confirmed its intention to deploy missiles to Germany or elsewhere in Europe.

Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2024

Putin warns US of Cold War-style crisis if missiles deployed to Germany

Russian leader threatens to relaunch production of intermediate-range nuclear weapons if US deploys missiles to Germany.

Zenger · Jul 25, 2024

U.S. Nuclear Arsenal Shrinks By 88% From Peak Levels, Declassified Data Shows‌Declassified Report Reveals US Has 88% Fewer Nukes Than At Its Peak‌

Newly revealed figures highlight significant reductions in America's nuclear stockpile, signaling transparency efforts.‌ The data shows that, as of September 2023, the U.S. stockpile of nuclear warheads consisted of 3,748 warheads. ‌

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2024

SNP MSP highlights 'nuclear annihilation risk’ in major United Nations speech

AN SNP MSP has made a statement to the United Nations on reducing the risk of nuclear weapons ...

Trump Defends Relationship With Kim Jong Un In Rally Speech

Former President Trump discusses the importance of maintaining diplomatic relationships with adversarial world leaders, highlighting his interactions with ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 16, 2024

UK 'first Islamist country with nuclear weapons', Donald Trump's VP pick claims

DONALD Trump's newly-appointed running mate has described the UK as an "Islamist country" with nuclear weapons ...

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