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The escalating rhetoric around Russia and Ukraine
31:06 - 36:33 (05:27)
The tension between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate and military experts are warning about the use of tactical nuclear weapons. While there's no direct indication that these weapons would be used, the language and posturing from both sides is increasingly aggressive.
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The Russian military playbooks include specific actions that can lead to the use of tactical nuclear weapons in the field, which can have a greater impact in conflict.
31:06 - 34:16 (03:10)
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The Russian military playbooks include specific actions that can lead to the use of tactical nuclear weapons in the field, which can have a greater impact in conflict. There are concerns about the potential use of such weapons and the implications of zero-sum decision making in warfare.
ChapterThe escalating rhetoric around Russia and Ukraine
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34:16 - 36:33 (02:17)
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