Russia readies nuclear drills amid Ukraine war tensions
Russia announced drills using tactical nuclear weapons amid Western warnings of deeper involvement in Ukraine. Moscow summoned the British ambassador, warned of retaliation against British targets, and framed the exercises as a response to Western rhetoric ahead of Putin’s new term. The move drew U.N. concern and raised fears of broader conflict as NATO allies debate Ukraine aid and potential spillovers.
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Xi Jinping Opens Europe Visit as Macron Seeks Trade Deals
In Paris Xi Jinping meets Emmanuel Macron to discuss trade disputes including Cognac tariffs and Ukraine diplomacy. Paris visit begins a two day European tour with aims to push for cease-fires, dialogue, and a cooperative stance on Gaza while previewing Olympic era diplomacy.
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