The Slow Newscast Rogue Russia: Nuclear poker
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Jan 21, 2025 In October 2022, a critical juncture in the Ukraine conflict revealed alarming nuclear threats from Russia. As Ukraine gained ground, fears escalated within Russia about potential defeat, raising the stakes dramatically. Diplomatic conversations emphasized the dire consequences of using nuclear weapons. Additionally, the podcast delves into the historical context of nuclear strategies and the propagation of misinformation that swirls around these threats. The complexities of international responses and the geopolitical landscape are laid bare, highlighting the delicate balance of power.
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War's Turning Point
- Russia's full-scale war on Ukraine significantly changed in October 2022.
- This shift impacted the war's trajectory and created a more challenging situation for future negotiations.
Nuclear Fears
- President Biden mentioned at a fundraiser that the world was closer to nuclear war than since the Cuban Missile Crisis.
- Liz Truss reportedly studied weather maps to predict the path of potential radiation clouds.
Russia's Losing Battle
- Russia was losing the war by September 2022, with Ukrainian forces recapturing significant territories.
- This prompted a debate within the Russian military about using nuclear weapons.