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NATO launches Steadfast Noon nuclear exercise in Italy
Original: NATO kicks off Steadfast Noon nuclear exercise in Italy with 17 countries taking part
NATO has begun its annual Steadfast Noon nuclear deterrence exercise in Italy, with 17 allied countries taking part. The drills involve aircraft capable of carrying nuclear weapons, though no live munitions are used. The exercise comes at a time of heightened tension over nuclear readiness in Europe and is closely watched for signals of alliance cohesion and deterrence posture.
Why now: Heightened geopolitical tension over nuclear deterrence in Europe is drawing attention to NATO's routine nuclear drill.
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- NATO kicks off Steadfast Noon nuclear exercise in Italy with 17 countries taking part · Aviacionline
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