Global Tensions

In a bold display of military might, Russian President Vladimir Putin has showcased his country’s latest nuclear capabilities, signaling to the United States that Moscow will not be ignored in diplomatic talks. The recent flurry of nuclear weapons tests, touted by Putin as a demonstration of Russia’s prowess, has raised...

In a move likely to escalate global concerns over Russia’s nuclear capabilities, President Vladimir V. Putin has announced plans to conduct a test of a new nuclear-powered device capable of generating tsunamis. This forthcoming test comes on the heels of the Russian leader’s recent declaration of a successful trial of...