Russia to Formalize Updated Nuclear Doctrine Amid Rising Tensions

Kremlin announces new nuclear policy allowing use of nuclear arms in response to conventional missile strikes and joint attacks by nuclear-backed states.

• The Kremlin has prepared amendments to Russia's nuclear doctrine, which are now set to be formalized.
• President Putin's updated doctrine allows for the use of nuclear weapons if Russia is struck with conventional missiles.
• The doctrine also considers any attack on Russia supported by a nuclear power as a joint assault, potentially warranting a nuclear response.
• Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov cites escalating tensions near Russia's borders and increased NATO involvement as reasons for the changes.
• Ukrainian President Zelensky believes Putin is unlikely to use nuclear weapons, despite the Kremlin's repeated threats.

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