Putin calls secret meeting after threatening UK with new deadly missile, tensions between West and Russia escalate, UK military chief says ready to fight 'tonight', UK clarifies not at war, Putin warns West of devastating retaliation, Russia tests hypersonic ballistic missile 'Oreshnik', UK gives Ukraine green light to use Storm Shadow missiles, fears of global conflict rise, China calls for calm, North Korean general injured in missile strike, Kim Jong Un warns of destructive nuclear war, Putin's ambassador accuses UK of direct involvement in Ukraine war, Putin approves new nuclear doctrine in response to Western threats.
Key Points
Putin calls secret meeting after threatening UK with new deadly missile
UK military chief says ready to fight 'tonight' against Russia
Russia tests hypersonic ballistic missile 'Oreshnik' in response to Western threats
China calls for calm and political resolution to conflict
North Korean general injured in Ukraine's missile strike on Russia
Kim Jong Un warns of destructive nuclear war
Putin approves new nuclear doctrine in response to Western threats
Pros
Increased awareness of escalating tensions between Western nations and Russia
Revealing of military strategies and capabilities of involved countries
Cons
Risk of global conflict and devastating consequences