The State Duma explained the need to update the nuclear doctrine

The update of Russia's nuclear doctrine is aimed at protecting the country's interests. This was stated by Alexei Chepa, first deputy chairman of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs, on Tuesday, November 19, explaining the need to revise the foundations of the state policy in the field of nuclear deterrence.

"The updated nuclear doctrine speaks about Russia's position in the new modern conditions. Naturally, we are ready to participate in any negotiations on all continents, no matter what happens anywhere. But we must protect our interests and our security," the deputy said in a conversation with Lenta.Ru.

Last warning: Putin approves updated nuclear doctrine

Changes in nuclear deterrence policy are dictated by the current political situation

Earlier in the day, Russian President Vladimir Putin approved the state's updated nuclear doctrine, RT reported. The similar doctrine of 2020 was recognized as invalid. The updated document includes the amendments that the head of state announced in September. In particular, for the first time a definition of a potential adversary against which the Russian Federation conducts nuclear deterrence is introduced, NSN reports.

In addition, the conceptual basis for a nuclear strike is clarified. The Russian Federation reserves the right to use it in response to the use of nuclear or other weapons of mass destruction against it or its allies. Another ground is aggression against Russia or Belarus as members of the Union State with the use of conventional weapons in case of a critical threat to their sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Putin, by signing the decree on updating the state's nuclear doctrine, approved the foundations of the state policy in the field of nuclear deterrence to bring them in line with the current situation, 360.ru reported.