Polihistor
Winter in Ukraine - the darkest since the start of the war?
On 25 September 2024, the Russian Security Council met to discuss tactical nuclear weapons and nuclear deterrence.
President Vladimir Putin has announced changes to Russia's nuclear doctrine, sparking much speculation about the possibility of using nuclear weapons in the future. Experts wonder whether the new strategy will affect the way Russia views nuclear weapons and what policy goals Putin may be trying to pursue. The statements are seen as part of pressure on the West, especially in the context of escalating international tensions.