President Vladimir Putin reported in June 2025 that 95% of Russia's nuclear forces were equipped with modern weapons

Russia's military exercises will involve 64,000 military personnel, over 7,800 pieces of equipment and strategic forces.

According to Russia’s Defense Ministry, the drills are set to practice readying some of nuclear forces’ units and formations for accomplishing assigned objectives

Russia’s Defense Ministry announced Tuesday the start of three-day strategic nuclear exercises focused on preparing the armed forces to respond to external threats.

The exercises, involving 64,000 people and 7,800 pieces of military equipment, will rehearse “the preparation and use of nuclear forces in the event of aggression.”

President Vladimir Putin reported in June 2025 that 95% of Russia's nuclear forces were equipped with modern weapons

The drills, scheduled to run through May 21, involve Russia's Strategic Missile Forces, the Northern and Pacific fleets, long-range aviation command, and units from the Leningrad…

The drills involve over 64,000 military personnel, more than 7,800 pieces of armament, military and special equipment

Overall, the drills involve over 64,000 military personnel and more than 7,800 pieces of armament, including over 200 missile launchers, more than 140 aircraft, 73 surface ships…