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The Interfax Defense Minister has warned that Russia’s nuclear forces have been put on “high alert” under new orders from Vladimir Putin.
According to Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, more soldiers are already on duty at Russia’s nuclear missile forces, the Northern and Pacific fleets, where they are increasing preparations for “war missions” fight,” according to Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.
The move is in line with a new order from Putin on Sunday, February 27.
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https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/breaking-vladimir-putin-puts-russian-26348098 Vladimir Putin puts Russian nuclear forces on 'enhanced combat mission' - World News