Putin conducts nuclear forces drills simulating retaliatory strikes in Russia

news.yahoo.com October 29, 2024, 03:01 PM UTC

Summary: Russian President Vladimir Putin has initiated large-scale drills of the country's nuclear forces, simulating a retaliatory strike. This exercise includes missile launches and aims to demonstrate Russia's readiness amid rising tensions with the West over Ukraine.

The drills involve various military assets, including intercontinental ballistic missiles and nuclear-capable submarines. All test-fired missiles reportedly hit their targets, showcasing Russia's nuclear capabilities.

Putin emphasized the importance of modernizing nuclear forces and maintaining readiness for potential threats. He reiterated that nuclear weapons are a key element of Russia's security strategy, especially in light of perceived risks from NATO and Western support for Ukraine.

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