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Russia threatens NATO with nuclear weapons over Kaliningrad, Reuters reports

A Russian diplomatic note warns that Moscow could use nuclear weapons if NATO tries to isolate Kaliningrad Oblast. NATO has rejected the threat.

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A Russian diplomatic note warns that Moscow could use nuclear weapons if NATO attempts to isolate Kaliningrad Oblast. Reuters says it has seen the document.

The warning specifically links possible nuclear use to an effort to isolate the Russian region. NATO rejected the threat.

The source provides no further details about the circumstances, timing or any specific plans.

What we know

  • A Russian diplomatic note links possible nuclear use to an attempt by NATO to isolate Kaliningrad Oblast.
  • Reuters reported that it had seen the document.
  • NATO rejected the Russian threat.

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