Russia holds massive drills of its nuclear forces as Ukraine steps up its drone attacks
Russia has initiated extensive drills of its nuclear forces, which include practice launches of ballistic and cruise missiles. This military exercise involves a significant number of troops and equipment, coinciding with an increase in Ukrainian drone attacks. The drills are intended to prepare for potential aggression and involve cooperation with Belarus, a key ally.
- ▪The Russian military's nuclear drills will last three days and involve 64,000 troops and over 200 missile launchers.
- ▪These exercises come amid a surge in Ukrainian drone strikes, including a recent attack on Moscow's suburbs that resulted in casualties.
- ▪Russian President Vladimir Putin has emphasized the importance of the country's nuclear arsenal in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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- ▪ Russia holds massive drills of nuclear forces as Ukraine steps up drone attacks — The Hindu — Top
- ▪ Russia and Ukraine exchange overnight drone attacks — France 24 (EN)
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onRussia holds massive drills of its nuclear forces as Ukraine steps up its drone attacksThe Russian military has begun drills of its nuclear forces that will feature practice launches of nuclear-capable ballistic and cruise missilesByThe Associated PressMay 19, 2026, 8:16 AM1:48In this image made from video provided by Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Russia's new Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile is test launched at an unspecified location in Russia.
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