Russian Troops Practicing Exercises for Potential Deployment of Tactical Nuclear Weapons

Russian troops are practicing exercises to ensure readiness for potential deployment of tactical nuclear weapons on the battlefield in response to perceived threats from Western allies. The exercises involve training in missile formations and equipping missiles onto fighter jets and armored trucks.

Russian Troops Practicing Exercises for Potential Deployment of Tactical Nuclear Weapons

Russian troops are practicing exercises to ensure readiness for potential deployment of tactical nuclear weapons on the battlefield in response to perceived threats from Western allies. The exercises involve affixing missiles and warheads onto fighter jets and armored trucks equipped with missile-firing systems.

Crimean Tatar Couple Displaced by Russian Troops

A Crimean Tatar couple in Ukraine, displaced by Russian troops, sees parallels to the Soviets' forced deportation of 200,000 Tatars from Crimea 80 years ago.

Russian President Vladimir Putin replaces Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu in Cabinet shakeup

Russian President Vladimir Putin replaces Sergei Shoigu as defense minister, appointing him as secretary of Russia's Security Council. Shoigu's deputy was arrested on bribery charges, leading to speculation of his dismissal. Andrei Belousov is nominated as the new defense minister. Thousands of civilians flee Russia's ground offensive in Ukraine's northeast, with intense battles forcing Ukrainian units to withdraw.

Russian Troops Launch Ground Attack on Ukraine's Northeast

Russian troops launched an armored ground attack on Ukraine's northeast, leading to battles with Ukrainian defense forces. The Russian assault may be an attempt to draw away Ukrainian forces or seize territory around Kharkiv.

Ukraine-Russia Conflict Escalation

Ukraine's armed forces commander has stated that the situation for Ukraine's troops on the eastern front has significantly worsened in recent days due to Russian offensives in the Donetsk region. The lack of U.S. military aid is impacting the battlefield, with concerns that Ukraine will lose the war if further aid is not approved by Congress.