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G7 ministers: severe consequences if Russia uses nuclear or chemical weapons

The foreign ministers of the Group of Seven economic powers said on Friday any use of chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons by Russia would be met with severe consequences, and renewed their call on Moscow to end the war in Ukraine.

Reuters

Scholz and Xi agree Russia would cross a line with nuclear weapons in Ukraine

After a meeting with Xi in Beijing, Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz said the two leaders agreed that with the use of nuclear weapons, Russia would cross a line drawn by the international community.

WEKU

Ukrainians face nuclear threat with grit and dark humor

Ukrainians no longer ask if their country will be hit by Russia with nuclear weapons

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South Korea not considering redeploying tactical nuclear weapons - defense minister

South Korean Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup said on Thursday that he did not believe tactical nuclear weapons were for now needed to deter North Korea following its latest test of an intercontinental ballistic missile.

Reuters

US, South Korea warn Pyongyang against nuclear weapons use

The U.S. and South Korea are jointly warning North Korea that use of any kind of nuclear weapon against Seoul or other regional allies would result in the end of Kim Jong Un’s regime

The Independent UK

Analysis: North Korea fired dozens of missiles. What now?

For days North Korean officials have raged over U.S.-South Korean military drills, promising a violent response

The Independent UK

Russia says world’s five nuclear powers are ‘on brink of armed conflict’ OLD

Avoiding ultimate clash is top priority, claims Moscow as it blames West for ‘provocation’

The Independent UK

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Vladimir Putin crony directly threatens nuclear world war if Russia lose Ukraine war

Dmitry Medvedev has warned multiple times at his desire to use nuclear weapons on the West, saying there are specific reasons Russia could find to justify the Kremlin using them

Daily Mirror

U.S. sees no indications Russia readying nuclear weapons, White House says

The United States does not see any signs that Russia is making preparations to use nuclear weapons, White House spokesman John Kirby said on Wednesday, adding that he had no specific comment on a New York Times report about such Russian discussions.

Reuters

Russian army discussing when and how to use nuclear weapons, US officials warn

A National Security Council official said the United States has been “clear from the outset that Russia’s comments about the potential use of nuclear weapons are deeply concerning” and that officials are taking them seriously

Daily Mirror

North Korea fires ‘more than ten’ missiles after issuing nuke threat to US

Seoul authorities send residents of an eastern island to underground shelters as it issues an air raid alert amid increasing tensions in the area

Wales Online

U.S. says China resisting nuclear talks after Xi vow to boost deterrent

Despite the lesson of the Cuban missile crisis 60 years ago, China has shown no interest in discussing steps to reduce the risk posed by nuclear weapons, senior U.S. officials said on Tuesday, after Chinese leader Xi Jinping signaled last month that Beijing would strengthen its strategic deterrent.

Reuters

North Korea Threatens to Use Nuke over S. Korea-US Drills

North Korea issued a veiled threat Tuesday to use nuclear weapons to get the US and South Korea to "pay the most horrible price in history," an escalation of its fiery rhetoric targeting the ongoing large-scale military drills between its rivals. Animosities on the Korean Peninsula have been running high…

Asharq Al-Awsat

North Korea threatens to use nuke over S. Korea-US drills

North Korea has issued a veiled threat Tuesday to use nuclear weapons to get the U.S. and South Korea to “pay the most horrible price in history

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UK warns Russia of severe consequences if nuclear weapons used in Ukraine

Britain on Monday warned Russian President Vladimir Putin of severe consequences if Moscow uses nuclear weapons in Ukraine, saying such a step would change the nature of the conflict.

Reuters

Analysis-U.S. and allies turn to deterring war with North Korea as options for preventing nuclear tests dwindle

The prospect of a new North Korean nuclear test underscores the limited options for Washington and its allies, who have embraced "deterring" Pyongyang through major military drills that some current and former officials say may exacerbate tensions.

The Guardian - UK

Hiroshima survivors plead for nuclear-free world as global tensions rise

Survivors of 1945 atomic bomb express deep concern amid bellicose rhetoric from Russia and North Korea

France 24

Russia suspends participation in Ukraine grain export deal

Russia has suspended participation in a UN-brokered deal to export agricultural produce from Ukrainian ports following attacks on ships in Crimea, TASS quoted the defence ministry as saying on Saturday. Follow FRANCE 24's live blog for all the latest developments. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Russia Says US Lowers ‘Nuclear Threshold’ by Deploying New Nuclear Bombs in Europe

Russia said on Saturday that the accelerated deployment of modernized US B61 tactical nuclear weapons at NATO bases in Europe would lower the "nuclear threshold" and that Russia would take the move into account in its military planning. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has triggered the gravest confrontation between Moscow and…

Reuters

Russia says U.S. lowering 'nuclear threshold' with newer bombs in Europe

Russia said on Saturday that the accelerated deployment of modernised U.S. B61 tactical nuclear weapons at NATO bases in Europe would lower the "nuclear threshold" and that Russia would take the move into account in its military planning.

The Guardian - AU

Australia drops opposition to treaty banning nuclear weapons at UN vote

After former Coalition government repeatedly sided with US against it, Australia has shifted position to abstain

Daily Mirror

Nuclear gravity bomb more powerful than Hiroshima blast to be added to NATO's arsenal

The new B61-12 gravity nuclear bomb which can carry a yield more powerful than the Hiroshima blast will be delivered by the US to Europe months earlier than planned

Daily Mirror

US warns North Korea that use of nuclear weapons 'will result in end of Kim's regime'

The warning came as North Korea launched two short-range ballistic missiles towards Japan. US officials said: "There is no scenario in which the Kim regime could employ nuclear weapons and survive"

Evening Standard

North Korea fires missiles towards sea amid US warning over nukes

US tells North Korea any use of nuclear weapons would spell end of its ruling regime

Asharq Al-Awsat

IAEA to Conduct 'Independent' Probe into Ukraine Dirty Bomb Allegations

The UN's nuclear watchdog will this week carry out an "independent verification" of Russian allegations concerning the production of so-called dirty bombs at two sites in Ukraine, it said on Thursday. Russia has accused Ukraine of preparing to use such a weapon against Moscow's troops, but Kyiv suspects Russia might…

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