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Rogue Russia: Nuclear poker
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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- In late October 2022, the possibility of nuclear escalation due to Russia's military setbacks in Ukraine became a pressing global concern.
- U.S. and allied diplomatic strategies aimed at deterrence faced criticism for being overly cautious in addressing Russia's nuclear rhetoric.
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The Escalating Nuclear Crisis
In late October 2022, concerns regarding a potential nuclear crisis intensified, particularly following comments made by President Biden at a fundraiser. He highlighted that the world had come closer to a nuclear crisis than at any point since the Cuban Missile Crisis, a sentiment echoed by U.S. and U.K. leaders. This escalating tension was mainly attributed to Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine and the fear of its potential use of nuclear weapons in response to military setbacks. The discussions among U.S. officials indicated that there was serious consideration of nuclear options among Russian military leadership, which added to the anxiety within Western governments.
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