Russia to revise nuclear doctrine amid Western tensions

DAWN.com September 1, 2024, 03:00 PM UTC

Russia plans to revise its nuclear doctrine in response to Western actions regarding the Ukraine conflict, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. He stated that the changes are in advanced stages but did not specify details. Russia's current doctrine, established in 2020, allows for nuclear weapon use in response to nuclear or existential threats. Ryabkov emphasized the need for adjustments due to escalating tensions with the West.


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