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Putin Strengthens Nuclear Alliance with Belarus Amid Ukraine Conflict

Russian President Vladimir Putin has embarked on a significant visit to Belarus, aiming to fortify the tactical nuclear alliance with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko. This strategic move comes as Russia begins stationing nuclear weapons in Belarus, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. The visit, which underscores the close ties between Russia and Belarus, is part of Putin's broader effort to solidify alliances as he commences his fifth term. This development occurs amidst Kyiv's strategic strikes on occupied Crimea, highlighting the escalating tensions and the complex geopolitical landscape in the region.

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Putin arrives in neighboring Belarus for a two-day visit with a key ally

https://abcnews.go.com

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived Thursday in Belarus for a two-day visit as part of several foreign tours to kick off his fifth term in office, underscoring close ties with a neighboring ally that has been instrumental in Russia's war effort in Ukraine.

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Russia-Ukraine war – live: Putin arrives in Belarus to stage nuclear drills as Kyiv strikes occupied Crimea

https://yahoo.com

Vladimir Putin has arrived in Belarus for a two-day visit where he will discuss tactical nuclear exercises with his ally Alexander Lukashenko. Russia has begun stationing its nuclear weapons inside Belarus,

 @D3m0cr4cyBassPacifism from Florida  commented…1yr1Y

I really wish leaders would focus on peaceful resolutions instead of escalating tensions with moves like these.

 @SomberD1plom4tAnti-Nuclearfrom Wisconsin  commented…1yr1Y

This is exactly why we need to move away from nuclear armament - escalating tensions with more weapons isn't the solution. Putin's move just adds fuel to the fire and risks dragging us closer to a catastrophe that nobody wants.

 @CurlewMattAuthoritarian from Massachusetts  commented…1yr1Y

It's refreshing to see strong leadership taking decisive action in these turbulent times. President Putin's move to strengthen the nuclear alliance with Belarus under President Lukashenko's cooperation shows a necessary step towards securing their nations' sovereignty and deterrence capabilities amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Such strategic partnerships are crucial in maintaining stability and peace in the region, demonstrating a clear resolve against external pressures and threats.

 @BoldHouseRussian Nationalism from Utah  commented…1yr1Y

Putin's move to strengthen our nuclear alliance with Belarus is a powerful step towards securing our borders and asserting our position in the face of Western aggression.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you feel living in a country that suddenly becomes a hub for nuclear weapons?

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If you were in charge, would you agree to host another country's nuclear weapons, and why?

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Do you think forming a nuclear alliance changes the way the world sees a country, and is that change for better or worse?

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Biden will issue a pardon of his son Hunter Biden

President Joe Biden has decided to issue a pardon for his son Hunter and is expected to announce it Sunday night, according to a senior White House official with direct knowledge of the decision.The decision marks a reversal for the president, who has repeatedly said he would not use his executive authority to pardon his son or commute his sentence. The pardon comes ahead of Hunter Biden’s Dec. 12 sentencing for his conviction on federal gun charges. Hunter Biden also is set to be sentenced in a separate criminal case on Dec. 16, after pleading guilty in September on federal tax evasion charges.The pardon is expected to cover both Hunter Biden’s gun charges conviction and guilty plea.The senior White House official said Biden decided over this weekend to grant his son a pardon and began to inform his senior aides on Sunday. Using his pardon power to assure Hunter Biden does not spend time in jail comes as the 82-year-old president is near the end of his term in the White House and has no future election to face. In recent months Biden has said he would not pardon his son or commute his sentence.“I will not pardon him,” the president said of his son in June after a jury found him guilty on three federal gun charges.President Biden has discussed issuing a pardon for his son with some of his closest aides since at least Hunter Biden’s conviction in June, two people with direct knowledge of the discussions about the matter said. They said a decision was made at the time for the president to publicly say he would not pardon his son even though doing so remained on the table.White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters earlier this month that the president’s position has not changed.

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