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Putin Orders Tactical Nuclear Weapons Drills in New Meltdown

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Russia’s Defense Ministry said the move came in response to “provocative statements” made by Western officials.

Dan Ladden-Hall

Dan Ladden-Hall

Breaking News Editor

Published May 6 2024 8:19AM EDT

Vladimir Putin has ordered tactical nuclear weapons drills in response to “provocative statements” and threats from Western officials, the Russian Defense Minister says. — Alexander Kazakov/Sputnik via Reuters

Dan Ladden-Hall

Dan Ladden-Hall

Breaking News Editor

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