Nuclear alert: Repositioning of six Tu-160s and MiG-31s ​​with Kinzhal

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Russia moved three nuclear-capable Tu-160 strategic bombers near the border with Finland and three MiG-31 Kh-47M2 Kinzhals to Kaliningrad in moves that hint at the gradual activation of its nuclear arsenal.
Both of these weapons can carry nuclear warheads, and the question is whether Moscow is gradually preparing to implement a nuclear plan.
The US military revealed that earlier this month, while a US Coast Guard ship was on a routine patrol in the Bering Sea, its crew were surprised to encounter a squadron of ships from Russia and China.
More specifically, on September 19, a squadron of 5 Russian ships consisting of 1 frigate, 3 corvettes, 1 supply ship along with 3 Chinese ships, 1 destroyer, 1 corvette and 1 supply ship appeared in the US EEZ north of Kiska Island, Alaska.
"While the formation had operated in accordance with international norms, we must ensure that there are no disruptions to US interests in the maritime environment around Alaska ," said Vice Adm. Nathan Moore, commander of the 17th Coast Guard.

Stoltenberg said Russia has created a new Arctic Command and opened hundreds of new and former Soviet-era military sites in the Arctic, including deep-sea ports and airfields.
blowing up of the Russian natural gas pipeline Nord Stream 1 and 2.

“Beijing and Moscow are also committed to intensifying practical cooperation in the Arctic. This is part of a deepening strategic partnership that challenges our values ​​and interests ," Stoltenberg said on a visit to Canada's north.
At the same time, Russia made a strange move by redeploying three Tu-160 strategic bombers to the Olenegorsk air base.
Olenegorsk is a city in Murmansk Oblast, Russia, very close to the border with Finland.
Satellites detected the repositioning of Tu-160 strategic bombers. Below you can see the image.
“The reasons for the deployment of Tu-160 strategic bombers capable of carrying nuclear weapons to the airbase remain unknown, however, the bombers were moved here following NATO threats against Russia.
At the same time, mobilization also exists in the Tu-95MS strategic bombers.
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the long-range aviation regiment in the Amur region, which has Tu-95MS strategic bombers, is conducting exercises.
Conscripts began training in Kaliningrad
Earlier today, Moscow issued a signal of readiness for troops in Kaliningrad.
The Russian Defense Ministry announced today Wednesday that conscripted reservists in the Kaliningrad region have begun training for combat at the base of the Russian Baltic Fleet.
“All enlisted military personnel are trained in small arms fire. Additional civilians called up from the reserve are retraining their skills in the handling and maintenance of weapons, military and special equipment, " the ministry said on its Telegram channel.
Training is also given to improve marksmanship skills and prepare military personnel for "bold actions on the battlefield".

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