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Lithuania moves to allow nuclear weapons on its territory, drawing Russian warnings
Original: Lithuania moves to allow nuclear weapons on its territory, sparking threats of ‘escalation’ from Russia
Lithuania is moving to permit nuclear weapons to be stationed on its territory, a shift in its defence posture amid tensions with Russia. The move has prompted Moscow to warn of 'escalation'. It follows broader debate in NATO's eastern flank countries about strengthening deterrence against Russia as the war in Ukraine continues.
Why now: Russia has threatened escalation in response, raising fears of heightened nuclear tensions near NATO's border.
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- Lithuania moves to allow nuclear weapons on its territory, sparking threats of ‘escalation’ from Russia · Washington Examiner
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