Putin's revision of Russia's nuclear doctrine lowers engagement thresholds, framed as a response to perceived threats from Ukraine and its Western allies, highlighting a tense geopolitical landscape.
Alexey Malinin emphasized that Russia reassesses its nuclear capabilities due to encirclement by hostile forces, but it does not desire to use its arsenal, recognizing the grave consequences.
The revised doctrine indicates that any attack on Russia involving nuclear powers will be treated as a joint attack, signaling heightened tension around Ukraine and NATO engagements.
Despite acknowledging the risks of using nuclear weapons, Russia feels compelled to display readiness to defend its sovereignty in the face of increasing Western military support for Ukraine.
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