Keywords: Deterrence


NATO seeks to reassure Russia ahead of nuclear exercise in Italy

NATO is seeking to reassure Russia that its upcoming nuclear exercise in Italy is not intended to threaten Moscow, according to a report by Politico. The annual drills, scheduled to take place from October 13 to 23, come at a time of heightened tensions between the Western military alliance and Russia......

Japan considers emergency exception to its long-standing nuclear weapons policy

Japan is considering a proposal that could allow nuclear-armed vessels to enter its ports in exceptional circumstances, according to Japanese media reports, potentially marking a significant debate over the country's longstanding nuclear policy. The proposal could be incorporated into revisions......

Moscow warns NATO over Kaliningrad and raises nuclear escalation concerns

Tensions between Russia and NATO have intensified over the Baltic region after Moscow warned that it could use all available military capabilities, including nuclear weapons, if the alliance attempted to isolate the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad from the rest of the country. The warning was contained......

North Korea accuses US of seeking to revive nuclear testing and fuel an arms race

North Korea has accused the United States of seeking to revive explosive nuclear testing as part of a broader effort to strengthen its nuclear capabilities and intensify strategic competition with rival powers. The accusation was made in a memorandum issued by North Korea’s Foreign Ministry and......

France’s proposed extended nuclear deterrence draws Moscow warning as Finland joins initiative

Russia has warned that France’s proposed extended nuclear deterrence initiative poses a security risk to Moscow, after Finland became the latest European country to join the framework launched by President Emmanuel Macron earlier this year. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova......

Kim Jong Un unveils new Kang Kon destroyer as part of North Korea’s nuclear deterrence strategy

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has officially commissioned the country’s new Kang Kon destroyer during a ceremony at the port of Wonsan on the eastern coast, declaring that the warship will be incorporated into North Korea’s nuclear deterrence capabilities. According to the Korean Central......

U.S. Missile Launch Notification Initiative Draws Criticism From Chinese Expert

A recent U.S.-led initiative at the United Nations calling on countries to provide advance notification of certain missile launches has triggered criticism from a Chinese military expert, who argues that Washington's proposal could deepen strategic tensions rather than reduce them. The joint statement,......

India successfully tests Agni-4 intermediate-range ballistic missile

India has successfully conducted a test launch of its Agni-4 intermediate-range ballistic missile, marking another step in the country's ongoing efforts to strengthen its strategic defense capabilities. The launch took place from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, located in the eastern state......

Russia reiterates nuclear deterrence policy amid renewed security tensions

Russia has reaffirmed that its military doctrine allows for the potential use of nuclear weapons under specific circumstances, including the defense of allied nations within the framework of its collective security commitments. The statement comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions and renewed......