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DEFCON Warning System Digest – Why are we at DEFCON 5

February 15, 2023
Eric Wasson and Bill Auger discuss the controversial decision to keep the DEFCON level at Green while the Ukraine war drags NATO ...
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What would actually happen if Putin hit Ukraine with tactical nukes?

February 8, 2023
Russian President Vladimir Putin has raised the specter of a nuclear attack on Ukraine several times since invading the country in February ...
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DEFCON Warning System – Update 2/1/23

February 1, 2023
This is the DEFCON Warning System. Alert status for 9 P.M. UTC, Wednesday, February 1st, 2023.  Condition code is Green.  DEFCON 5. ...
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Could Putin’s pivot in Ukraine will bring about permanent war in Europe?

January 27, 2023
Last week, Russia announced that it will make “major changes” to strengthen its armed forces’ during the 2023-2026 time period, a sign ...
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