Russia Strengthens Nuclear Forces: Putin's Statements

Russia plans to raise the readiness level of its strategic and tactical nuclear forces. This was announced by Vladimir Putin.

Other statements made by the Russian President include:

• The Russian strategic missile forces will be equipped with new missile systems.
• The Russian army will develop methods for solving combat tasks based on the experience of the "Special Military Operation".
• The "Sarmat" missile can overcome all modern and prospective air defense systems.
• Russia does not intend to engage in an arms race.
• The joint nuclear exercises between Russia and Belarus strengthen combat brotherhood and the cooperation of units and formations.
• Moscow and Minsk plan to conduct the "Union Shield 2027" military exercises next year.