Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an updated military doctrine Friday that listed the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as the top military threat and, for the first time, presented the possibility of using conventional precision weapons “as part of strategic deterrent measures.” The doctrine released by the Kremlin describes NATO’s expansion plans, military buildup near Russian borders and the alliance’s empowerment with “global functions realized with violation of international law” as main threats against Russia’s national security, according to the …read more
Source: International Business Times
