Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov said on Nov. 5 that Russia should begin immediate preparations to conduct full-scale nuclear tests.
He spoke during a televised meeting of Russia’s Security Council, chaired by President Vladimir Putin.
“The U.S. is engaged in the accelerated modernization of its strategic offensive weapons,” Belousov said. “I believe it is advisable to begin preparations for full-scale nuclear tests immediately.”
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