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Graphic shows Russia’s chain of command in the event of a nuclear weapon launch.
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What is Russia’s nuclear chain of command?

March 3, 2022 - Russia’s nuclear doctrine presents four scenarios which could justify the use of nuclear weapons, including being faced with overwhelming conventional forces.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the weekend that his nation’s nuclear forces should be put on high alert, raising fears that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could lead to nuclear escalation, Reuters said.

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PUBLISHED: 03/03/2022; STORY: Graphic News
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