President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia would use all weapons at its disposal against Ukraine if Kyiv were to acquire nuclear arms. The New York Times reported last week that some unidentified Western officials had suggested U.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has promoted Colonel General Rustam Muradov to the position of deputy general commander of Russia's ground forces. Muradov, who has served in various prominent military roles, including as commander of the Eastern Military District (EMD), is known for his combat experience in Russia, Syria, and Ukraine.

President Vladimir Putin said Friday that Russia will continue to test and start mass-producing the hypersonic ballistic missile that it fired at Ukraine Thursday.