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Putin says nuclear use would be a last resort

Putin said using nuclear weapons would be a last resort after joint drills with Belarus.
WHO: Vladimir Putin
WHAT: Putin said nuclear weapons use would be a 'last resort' following massive joint drills with Belarus.
WHEN: May 22, 2026 at 12:35 AM ET
WHERE: Russia
WHY: The remarks followed massive joint drills with Belarus.

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