Russia to stage massive nuclear drills amid Ukraine standoff
ABC News
Russia is planning massive drills of its strategic military forces that provide a stark reminder of the country’s nuclear might
MOSCOW -- The Russian military on Friday announced massive drills of its strategic forces, a stark reminder of the country's nuclear might amid Western fears that Moscow might be preparing to invade Ukraine.
The Defense Ministry said Russian President Vladimir Putin will personally oversee Saturday's exercise, which will involve multiple practice launches of intercontinental ballistic missiles and cruise missiles.
The ministry said it planned the maneuvers some time ago to check the readiness of Russia's military command and personnel, as well as the reliability of its nuclear and conventional weapons.
The war games follow U.S. President Joe Biden's warning on Thursday that Russia could invade Ukraine within days.
