Russia's nuclear arsenal faces scrutiny after the launch of an intermediate-range ballistic missile into Ukraine. President Putin claims this is a response to Ukraine's attacks using Western missiles. Recent changes to Russia's nuclear doctrine allow for a nuclear response to conventional attacks. Despite warnings from experts about the potential for nuclear weapon use, Western officials downplay the immediacy of the threat. Russia holds the largest nuclear arsenal globally, with 5,580 warheads, and is modernizing its capabilities. The conditions for a nuclear response have expanded, raising concerns about a rising nuclear threat. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)