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Russia-Ukraine War Latest: Putin Speaks On Why He’s Considering Using Nuclear Weapons

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It’s no longer news that Vladimir Putin has ordered Russia’s military to put its deterrence forces, which include nuclear weapons, on “special alert”.

He told defence chiefs it was because of “aggressive statements” by the West, amid widespread condemnation of his invasion of Ukraine.

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The announcement does not mean Russia intends to use the weapons.

The US immediately condemned his decision, calling it an “unacceptable escalation”.

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Last week, Mr Putin had warned that “whoever tries to hinder us” in Ukraine would see consequences “you have never seen in your history”.

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