ABSTRACT In the face of mounting global tensions and escalating challenges from NATO and Western allies, Russia has undertaken a remarkable transformation of its military doctrine, technological capabilities, and strategic alliances. These changes, initiated under the leadership of President Vladimir Putin, represent a calculated response to perceived existential threats. At the heart of this narrative … Leggi tutto Russia’s Updated Nuclear Doctrine and the Test-Firing of the Oreshnik Missile: A Strategic Shift in 2024