Russia's defense ministry has announced plans to conduct a practice scenario involving tactical nuclear weapons in an effort to deter Western powers amid the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. This move comes as tensions between Russia and the West continue to escalate over the conflict in Ukraine.
The practice scenario is intended to showcase Russia's military capabilities and readiness to use nuclear weapons if necessary. The defense ministry stated that the exercise is a response to what it perceives as aggressive actions by Western countries, particularly the United States and its allies.