Russia Begins Large-Scale Nuclear Weapons Exercise Amidst Ukraine War
Summary
Russia has launched a large-scale three-day nuclear weapons exercise involving over 65,000 soldiers and thousands of weapon systems amid the Ukraine war and ahead of President Putin's visit to China.
Key Points
- Russia has started a large-scale nuclear weapons exercise from May 19 to 21 involving more than 65,000 soldiers.
- The exercise tests readiness and use of nuclear power in the event of a potential attack threat.
- Over 7,800 types of equipment including more than 200 missile launch systems and nuclear submarines are involved.
- The exercise includes joint operations with Belarus, where nuclear-capable Iskander missiles are deployed, and follows the collapse of a major nuclear arms control treaty with the US.
