Russia's nuclear shield must be modernised given 'colossal threats', Rosatom chief says
ReutersAug 21, 2025 6:12 AM
MOSCOW, Aug 21 (Reuters) - Russia's nuclear shield should be upgraded in the coming years in the face of colossal threats, the head of Russia's state nuclear corporation was cited as saying by the RIA state news agency on Thursday.
"Now, in the current geopolitical situation, is a time of colossal threats to the existence of our country. Therefore, the nuclear shield, which is also a sword, is a guarantee of our sovereignty," RIA cited Alexei Likhachev as saying.
"We understand today that the nuclear shield must only be improved in the coming years."
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