Putin updates nuclear doctrine as tensions rise over Ukraine and Trump’s peace deal
Vladimir Putin has updated Russia's nuclear doctrine, indicating a readiness to use nuclear weapons if he perceives a threat from Ukraine or its allies. This change comes as tensions rise following Ukraine's missile strikes on Russian military targets. Experts suggest that Putin believes any peace deal proposed by Donald Trump would be ineffective. They warn that he may aim to fully conquer Ukraine and eliminate President Volodymyr Zelensky to secure his position. The new doctrine states that any attack on Russia, even by a non-nuclear NATO member, could trigger a nuclear response. This has raised concerns among NATO countries, prompting them to prepare their populations for potential conflict.