Russian Troops Practicing Exercises for Potential Deployment of Tactical Nuclear Weapons

SOURCE thehill.com
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.

Key Points

  • Troops practicing affixing missiles and warheads onto fighter jets and armored trucks
  • Exercise aims to maintain readiness for combat use of non-strategic nuclear weapons
  • Russian President Putin has threatened the West with nuclear weapons amid the war in Ukraine

Pros

  • Improves readiness of Russian troops for potential combat situations involving tactical nuclear weapons
  • May serve as a deterrent to perceived threats from Western allies

Cons

  • Exacerbates tensions with the U.S. and raises fears of potential deployment in Ukraine
  • Raises concerns about the use of nuclear weapons in modern warfare