Russia amends nuclear doctrine after Ukraine fires U.S. missiles inside Russia

Tue Nov 19 2024

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Quick Hit:

Russian President Vladimir Putin has lowered the threshold for nuclear weapons use, responding to Ukraine's first strike inside Russia with U.S.-supplied missiles. The updated doctrine broadens scenarios for nuclear retaliation, raising tensions in the ongoing conflict.

Key Details:

• Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine permits nuclear strikes against nonnuclear nations supported by nuclear-armed allies.
• Ukraine reportedly used American ATACMS missiles to strike a military facility in Bryansk, Russia.
• Putin’s changes align with earlier threats to retaliate against Western long-range missile use by Ukraine.