Putin: Russia Plans to Develop Its Nuclear Weapons

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced today, Friday, that Russia plans to develop its nuclear weapons. He confirmed that his country is "ready to engage in a broad international discussion regarding its peace initiatives, including with NATO." Putin made these remarks during a meeting with a group of military academy graduates at the Kremlin today, stating on this occasion: "Our military school has established traditions rooted in difficult battles, and values that characterize the Russian army at all ranks, from soldier to marshal. At the forefront of these values are love for the homeland, resilience, and unparalleled courage."