Russia to Stage Nuclear Drills, Putin Will Oversee: Officials

Russian President Vladimir Putin is said to be moving forces to the Ukraine border Sergey Guneev, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP

Russia will carry out large drills over the coming weekend to test the country’s nuclear capabilities, which President Vladimir Putin will oversee, the Kremlin confirmed on Friday.

In a statement released to state-run media, the Kremlin said that on Feb. 19, “under the supervision of the supreme commander-in-chief of the Russian Armed Forces Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, a planned exercise of the forces of strategic deterrence will take place, during which ballistic and cruise missiles will be launched.”