While Russian hard-liners voice provocative proposals about using nuclear weapons, Mr. Putin presents himself as a moderating force — while never really taking the threat off the table.
Tag: Nuclear Weapons
Explosion in Ukraine Kills at Least 51 Gathered for a Wake
Ukrainians officials said a Russian strike had killed at least 51 people in a tiny village with no obvious military or industrial targets nearby.
Russia May Be Planning to Test a Nuclear-Powered Missile
Visual evidence from a remote base in the Arctic shows launch preparations mirroring those that preceded earlier tests.
Lise Meitner, the ‘Atomic Pioneer’ Who Never Won a Nobel Prize
Lise Meitner developed the theory of nuclear fission, the process that enabled the atomic bomb. But her identity — Jewish and a woman — barred her from sharing credit for the discovery, newly translated letters show.
Biden and Netanyahu Meet to Try to Soothe Tensions, With Some Success
The president put aside his frustrations with the Israeli prime minister over his “extremist” government to focus on issues of mutual interest, like Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Biden and Netanyahu Meet to Try to Soothe Tensions, With Some Success
The president put aside his frustrations with the Israeli prime minister over his “extremist” government to focus on issues of mutual interest, like Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Kim Jong-un Visits More Russian Military Sites
The North Korean leader was shown key elements of the Russian nuclear force as fears grew that the two nations were expanding their military ties.
Putin and Kim’s Embrace May Place Xi in a Bind
Closer ties between Russia and North Korea could weaken Beijing’s leverage over both countries and set back China’s efforts to stabilize its ties with the West.
China Is Investigating Its Defense Minister, U.S. Officials Say
General Li Shangfu’s recent absence from the public eye, which follows the removal of two top commanders, has raised questions about Xi Jinping’s confidence in his military.
European Countries to Keep Some Missile Sanctions on Iran
U.N. sanctions are set to expire in October, as part of the 2015 nuclear deal. Other nations, including Russia, will be free to buy Iranian missiles and drones.