Putin Oversees Nuclear Training Exercises at Delicate Moment for Ukraine War
Briefly

President Vladimir V. Putin oversaw a nuclear training exercise, showcasing ballistic missile launches, amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine; signaling strength and preparedness.
The Russian defense ministry announced that ballistic missiles were launched from Kamchatka and naval ships in the Arctic, asserting that all targets were successfully hit.
Putin claimed Russia would enhance its nuclear capabilities, emphasizing the need for self-defense while simultaneously stating a desire to avoid an arms race.
Military analysts suggest that Putin's emphasis on nuclear strength is aimed at reassuring the Russian populace amidst the challenges faced since the Ukraine invasion.
Read at www.nytimes.com
[
|
]