Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine highlights several critical aspects

Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally enacted a new national nuclear doctrine that delineates the circumstances under which Moscow may deploy its nuclear capabilities. The following are the main highlights of the revised document, as detailed on the Kremlin’s official website. The state policy regarding Nuclear Deterrence is fundamentally defensive, designed to maintain a nuclear force capability sufficient for deterrence. It aims to safeguard national … Continue reading Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine highlights several critical aspects

A serviceman of 24th Mechanized brigade named after King Danylo of the Ukrainian Armed Forces fires a 2s5 "Hyacinth-s" self-propelled howitzer towards Russian troops at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk region, Ukraine.

Reports indicate that Ukraine possesses a maximum of 50 ATACMS missiles

The Ukrainian military is estimated to have received approximately 50 ATACMS missiles from the United States to date, as reported by The Times on Tuesday. The Pentagon has not disclosed any official numbers regarding this contentious weapons shipment. The British publication noted that Ukraine’s armed forces possess a substantial number of HIMARS and MLRS systems capable of launching these long-range missiles, with the first units … Continue reading Reports indicate that Ukraine possesses a maximum of 50 ATACMS missiles

Pentagon to supply prohibited landmines to Ukraine

Outgoing US President Joe Biden has made the decision to supply anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine, as reported by various news organizations on Tuesday, referencing unnamed American officials. The White House reportedly believes that these weapons will assist Ukraine in “blunting” the progress of Russian forces. This decision follows Biden’s recent authorization for the use of long-range ATACMS missiles within Russian territory, a policy change that … Continue reading Pentagon to supply prohibited landmines to Ukraine

Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director Sergey Naryshkin.

Putin’s intelligence chief warns West against direct military confrontation with Russia

President Vladimir Putin‘s intelligence chief cautioned the West on Wednesday about the potential for catastrophic outcomes if the United States and its European partners escalate military tensions with Russia regarding Ukraine. Moscow has condemned Washington’s decision to allow Ukraine to utilize U.S. missiles for strikes within Russian territory, and on Tuesday, Putin signaled a lower threshold for nuclear engagement in response to a wider array … Continue reading Putin’s intelligence chief warns West against direct military confrontation with Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting

Putin is willing to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine with Trump but rules out territorial concessions

Vladimir Putin is willing to engage in discussions regarding a ceasefire in Ukraine with Donald Trump, but he firmly rejects any significant territorial concessions and demands that Kyiv relinquish its aspirations to join NATO, according to five sources familiar with Kremlin perspectives, as reported by Reuters. As President-elect Trump prepares to return to the White House, he aims to swiftly resolve the ongoing conflict during … Continue reading Putin is willing to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine with Trump but rules out territorial concessions

The C-Lion1 submarine telecommunications cable is being laid to the bottom of the Baltic Sea by cable ship Ile de Brehat on the shore of Helsinki, Finland.

European nations condemn Russian hybrid assaults, initiating investigations into cable cut incidents

European governments on Tuesday accused Russia of intensifying hybrid attacks against Ukraine’s Western allies, as Baltic nations began investigating the potential sabotage of two fibre-optic telecommunication cables in the Baltic Sea. While European officials have not explicitly blamed Russia for the cable damage, countries such as Germany and Poland suggested that it was likely a deliberate act. In response, Lithuania’s armed forces increased their surveillance … Continue reading European nations condemn Russian hybrid assaults, initiating investigations into cable cut incidents

US envoy says a resolution to the Israel-Hezbollah conflict is ‘within reach’

A senior U.S. mediator indicated on Tuesday that there exists a “real opportunity” to resolve the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, noting that the gaps in negotiations are closing, which suggests progress in Washington’s attempts to secure a ceasefire. White House envoy Amos Hochstein made these remarks in Beirut following discussions with Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. This came a day after the Lebanese government and … Continue reading US envoy says a resolution to the Israel-Hezbollah conflict is ‘within reach’

Emergency personnel walk into radiation-resistant mobile bomb shelters in Nizhny Novgorod region, Russia February 10, 2023. Russian Scientific Research Institute for Civil Defence and Emergencies of EMERCOM.

Russia begins the production of mobile bomb shelters designed to withstand nuclear threats

Russia has initiated the mass production of mobile bomb shelters designed to safeguard against a range of threats, including shockwaves and radiation resulting from a nuclear explosion. According to the emergency ministry’s research institute, the “KUB-M” shelter is capable of providing protection for up to 48 hours against various natural and human-made dangers. The threats identified include explosions and shrapnel from conventional weaponry, falling debris … Continue reading Russia begins the production of mobile bomb shelters designed to withstand nuclear threats

A serviceman of 24th Mechanized brigade named after King Danylo of the Ukrainian Armed Forces fires a 2s5 "Hyacinth-s" self-propelled howitzer towards Russian troops at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk region, Ukraine.

Ukraine uses U.S. ATACMS missiles against Russia for the first time on the conflict’s 1,000th day

Ukraine reportedly utilized U.S. ATACMS missiles to target Russian territory for the first time on Tuesday, marking a significant escalation on the 1,000th day of the conflict, according to Moscow. Russia claimed that its military intercepted five out of six missiles aimed at a military site in the Bryansk region, although debris from one missile struck the facility without resulting in casualties or damage. Ukraine … Continue reading Ukraine uses U.S. ATACMS missiles against Russia for the first time on the conflict’s 1,000th day

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting

Putin warns the U.S. with an updated nuclear doctrine

Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a revised nuclear doctrine on Tuesday, indicating that Russia might contemplate the use of nuclear weapons if it faces a conventional missile attack supported by a nuclear-armed nation. This alteration in Russia’s nuclear policy is a response from the Kremlin to the reported decision by U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration to permit Ukraine to launch American long-range missiles into Russian … Continue reading Putin warns the U.S. with an updated nuclear doctrine