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Are we at risk of a nuclear war?

The Big Story

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Nuclear Tensions and Escalation in Ukraine

This chapter explores Russia's updated nuclear doctrine amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, highlighting the potential for nuclear escalation and its implications for global security. It discusses the U.S. support for Ukraine and the significant policy shifts allowing for long-range strikes, in response to the involvement of North Korean troops in Russia. The chapter emphasizes the contradiction in Russia's claims of defending territorial integrity while escalating aggression, and the West's cautious approach to avoid further conflict.

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