Blinken says the U.S. is ‘worried’ about Russia’s nuclear policy

The United States has expressed significant concern regarding the possibility that Russia might be contemplating the use of nuclear weapons, as stated by outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken in an interview with the Financial Times published on Saturday. Blinken’s remarks were in response to inquiries about Moscow’s purported “nuclear sabre-rattling,” which seems to reference modifications made to its nuclear doctrine last year. Following discussions … Continue reading Blinken says the U.S. is ‘worried’ about Russia’s nuclear policy

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting

Russia’s strategy for achieving victory in Ukraine

Russia’s military engagement in Ukraine has fundamentally challenged many assumptions regarding contemporary warfare. While the emergence of drones has received considerable focus, a more significant issue is unfolding. This conflict signifies a direct, albeit indirect, confrontation between two nuclear superpowers in a region of critical importance to one of them. Historically, during the Cold War, such conflicts occurred on the fringes of major power rivalries, … Continue reading Russia’s strategy for achieving victory in Ukraine

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

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

Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Sergei Ryabkov

Russia sees no grounds for strategic or arms control talks with the U.S., Interfax reports

Russia’s foreign ministry currently sees no basis for resuming discussions on strategic stability and arms control with the United States, as reported by the Interfax news agency on Saturday, citing the deputy foreign minister of Russia. Sergei Ryabkov indicated that Moscow and Washington are communicating regarding Ukraine through confidential military and political channels, according to Interfax. He also expressed Russia’s willingness to consider proposals from … Continue reading Russia sees no grounds for strategic or arms control talks with the U.S., Interfax reports

Do EU leaders want war?

Anxiety and frustration regarding the future of the European Union have been escalating for some time. The union is currently experiencing a profound crisis, characterized by multiple interrelated issues: a cost-of-living crisis, a housing crisis, a migration crisis, sluggish economic growth, and, most critically, a political crisis. The rise of far-right movements poses a significant threat, as they gain traction in polls across numerous EU … Continue reading Do EU leaders want war?

Kremlin has announced that Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine is being formalized

The Kremlin announced on Sunday that revisions to Russia’s nuclear doctrine have been drafted and are set to be formalized, indicating that the documents outlining the conditions under which Moscow may deploy nuclear weapons will be revised.   On Wednesday, President Vladimir Putin cautioned the West that the proposed modifications to the doctrine would permit Russia to utilize nuclear arms in response to conventional missile … Continue reading Kremlin has announced that Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine is being formalized

Putin’s nuclear threats: mere bluster or change in military tactics?

Is the world on the verge of a nuclear catastrophe, or is Putin simply engaging in intimidation tactics when he mentions the possibility of using nuclear weapons? Interpreting Putin’s statement from September 25 is complex. Since the onset of the war in Ukraine, the Russian president has consistently issued threats regarding the potential use of nuclear arms in the conflict. This pattern has prompted the … Continue reading Putin’s nuclear threats: mere bluster or change in military tactics?

Putin establishes a nuclear boundary for West

President Vladimir Putin has established a “red line” for the United States and its allies, indicating that Moscow may resort to nuclear weapons if Ukraine is permitted to launch long-range Western missile strikes deep into Russian territory. However, there are voices in the West questioning the sincerity of his threat. This inquiry is pivotal for the ongoing conflict. Should Putin be bluffing, as Ukraine and … Continue reading Putin establishes a nuclear boundary for West