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2014.
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| Summary/Abstract |
This study explores Russian thoughts and deeds that have evolved since the mid-1990s about regional nuclear deterrence and about the role of non-strategic nuclear weapons in it. The article argues that during the last two decades doctrinal postulates related to regional deterrence have not always been supported by actual assets, several capabilities have been existing in a conceptual vacuum, and several nuclear industry initiatives have been disconnected from official policy. The article suggests an explanation why ends, means and ways of 'regional deterrence' are not always calibrated among different parts of the Russian strategic community.
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