Putin used the Valdai forum to issue nuclear warnings, blame the West for the Ukraine war and signal pressure on NATO and defense sectors.
NATO discusses expanding tactical nuclear weapons deployment in Europe, focusing on Poland, Finland, and Lithuania amid evolving Russian threats and shifting legal frameworks.
Finland removes its ban on nuclear weapons import and storage, aligning its defense laws with NATO as it responds to regional security challenges posed by Russia.
NATO intelligence reveals Russia’s secret 'Skif' project deploying nuclear-capable missiles on the seabed, signaling a strategic shift in underwater nuclear deterrence.
France and Poland announce a joint military satellite project to strengthen EU defense autonomy and reduce reliance on private satellite communications by 2030.