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Articles with tag "Nuclear"

NUCLEAR TRANSFER

Lukashenko Says Russia Has Begun Moving Nuclear Weapons to Belarus

"The transfer of nuclear munitions has begun," Lukashenko told reporters during a visit to Moscow.
alleged interception

Russia Arrests Ukrainians Planning Nuke Power Plant Strikes – FSB

The aim was to cause "serious economic harm to Russia and damage its reputation," the FSB said.
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level of risk

Explainer: How Dangerous Are Power Cuts at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant?

Experts warn that such power cuts, which have become more frequent due to shelling, elevate the level of risk at the plant.
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'flagship' project

Putin, Erdogan Unveil Russia-Built Nuclear Plant in Turkey

The Russian president hailed the Akkuyu nuclear power plant as a "flagship project" between the two countries.
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Going Ballistic

Belarusian Troops Begin Training on Russian Nuclear-Capable Missile System

The announcement follows Putin's recent decision to deploy tactical weapons on its ally's territory.
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On the Frontline

Zelensky Meets With IAEA Chief During Zaporizhzhia Visit

The Ukrainian President's surprise trip to the partially occupied region is just one of several such visits over the past week.
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'nuclear hostage'

Kyiv Says Russia Took Minsk ‘Hostage’ With Tactical Nukes Plan

Kyiv on Sunday said Russia took Minsk as a "nuclear hostage" after President Vladimir Putin announced the deployment of tactical nuclear weapons to Belarus...
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nuclear threat

Putin Says Will Deploy Tactical Nuclear Weapons in Belarus

"There is nothing unusual here either: the United States has been doing this for decades," Putin said Saturday.
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cutting ties

Russian Uranium Delivery to France 'Scandalous' – Greenpeace

Greenpeace said the delivery confirmed France's dependence on the Russian nuclear industry, which is not covered by sanctions.
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sabre rattling

Russian Hawks Threaten Nuclear Strikes Over Putin Hague Warrant

“Judges, look carefully to the sky,” former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev wrote.
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new start on ice

Putin Suspends Russia’s Participation in Key Nuclear Pact With U.S.

The announcement follows months of veiled threats by the Russian leader that have stirred fears of nuclear war in Europe.
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nuclear tensions

Russia Rejects U.S. Claim of New START Violations

Russia remains committed to its last remaining nuclear arms control pact with the United States despite claims that it is failing to comply with the treaty...
Energy wars

Ukraine Blasts Moscow-Appointed Nuclear Plant Boss

Ukraine on Thursday formally sacked and branded a traitor the Ukrainian engineer appointed by Moscow to head Europe's largest nuclear facility, the Zaporizhzhia...
'world at risk'

Ukraine, Russia Trade Blame Over Nuclear Plant Shelling

Kyiv and Moscow on Sunday traded accusations of shelling on the territory of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant that Russia controls in southern Ukraine...
new start

Russia, U.S. Eye Nuclear Arms Reduction Talks in Coming Weeks – Kommersant

Russia and the United States are discussing resuming nuclear arms reduction negotiations in the coming weeks in the first face-to-face contact since Russian...
'retaliatory strike'

Putin Oversees Routine Strategic Nuclear Deterrence Drills

President Vladimir Putin oversaw training exercises of Russia's strategic nuclear deterrence forces on Wednesday, the Kremlin said.  State...
opinion Pavel Podvig

A Russian Nuclear Strike on Ukraine Is Not a Threat – At Least Not Yet

After a few frantic weeks early on in the Ukraine war when all parties found their respective red lines, the issue of nuclear weapons faded into the background...
heightened watch

U.S. Fears Late Detection of Russian ‘Micro-Nuke’ Attack on Ukraine – Politico

The United States and its allies are concerned that they could be too late to detect a small Russian nuclear strike on Ukraine, Politico reported Tuesday...
'threat to security'

German Journalist Says Refused Entry to Russia Despite Valid Visa

A journalist for Germany's BILD tabloid was denied entry to Russia on Monday after being told by border officers he is a “danger” to the Russian...
escalating rhetoric

Russia Tells U.S. to ‘Cool Down’ Over Putin’s Nuclear Warning

Russia’s deputy foreign minister said on Monday that the United States should "cool down" after Washington warned Moscow against nuclear weapons...
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