NATO starts its yearly nuclear-readiness drill in Italy on Tuesday
NATO's 'Steadfast Noon' begins October 13 in Italy with 17 countries. It practises nuclear-mission procedures with planes but no live weapons. NATO says it was planned long ago and isn't aimed at any country.
17countries in NATO's nuclear drill
NATO's 'Steadfast Noon' begins October 13 in Italy with 17 countries. It practises nuclear-mission procedures with planes but no live weapons. NATO says it was planned long ago and isn't aimed at any country.
Why it matters
It comes during wars in Ukraine and Iran, so Russia may use it for angry headlines.
What we don't know yet
This is a short desk note. The full story, with its open questions, is written as the news develops.
Note this down
Watch for Russia's reaction and any Russian nuclear drills in response.
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