Russia Begins Large-Scale Nuclear Weapons Exercise Amidst Ukraine War

Kathmandu. As the Ukraine war intensifies, Russia has begun a large-scale, three-day nuclear weapons exercise involving thousands of soldiers across the country. This exercise, which comes as Kyiv increases drone attacks and before President Vladimir Putin's visit to China, is seen as a strategically significant signal.The Russian military announced on Tuesday that the exercise, to be conducted from May 19 to 21, will test the readiness and use of nuclear power in a situation of potential attack threat. According to the Ministry of Defense, this exercise aims to strengthen the country's nuclear capabilities and emergency preparedness.Russia has repeatedly warned of...