Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:53am on 14 Mar 2024,Thursday International
Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukrainian forces of launching drone attacks on seven Russian territories, aiming to disrupt upcoming presidential elections. At least 58 drones were shot down by Russian air defenses, according to the Ministry of Defense. Putin emphasized the attacks' purported aim to interfere with citizens' voting processes. He reiterated Moscow's readiness to use nuclear weapons if deemed necessary for state security, urging the US to avoid actions escalating towards nuclear conflict. The targeted regions include Belgorod, Bryansk, Voronezh, Kursk, Ryazan, and the Leningrad region. The incidents come amidst heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
