CIA Director Warns of Genuine Risk of Russia Using Tactical Nuclear Weapons Early in Ukraine Conflict

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CIA Director William Burns revealed that in the fall of 2022, there was a “genuine risk” of Russia deploying tactical nuclear weapons on the battlefield in Ukraine. Speaking at the Financial Times Weekend Festival alongside the U.K.’s secret intelligence chief Richard Moore, Burns emphasized that the West should not be intimidated by Russian President Vladimir Putin’s nuclear threats, despite the heightened risk at the time. Burns noted that his agency did not believe in succumbing to such threats, describing Putin as a “bully” prone to saber-rattling. Burns also recounted his meeting with Russian intelligence chief Sergey Naryshkin in late 2022, where he stressed the severe consequences of nuclear escalation. The CIA director pointed to Ukraine’s recent offensive in Russia’s Kursk region as a morale boost for Ukrainian forces and a cause of concern for the Kremlin, exposing vulnerabilities in Putin’s regime and military. Amid this tension, Russia’s nuclear doctrine, which is defensive and focused on deterrence, may be subject to amendments following Ukraine’s advancements, according to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov.

 

Kentucky Police Hunt for Shooter After Highway Attack Leaves Seven Injured

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Kentucky authorities are searching for a suspect who wounded at least seven people in a shooting along Interstate 75 near the town of London, located close to the Daniel Boone National Forest. The incident occurred late Saturday afternoon when shots were fired at vehicles from a wooded area or overpass. Local officials confirmed that no fatalities have been reported, but the public has been urged to remain vigilant as the suspect remains at large. A 32-year-old man has been named a person of interest and is considered “armed and dangerous.” The shooting follows closely on the heels of a tragic school shooting in Georgia, raising concerns about a spate of gun violence in rural areas. Federal agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives have joined local law enforcement in the investigation.

 

Trump Rallies Small-Town Wisconsin Supporters, Promises Tough Trade Policies and Immigration Crackdowns

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Donald Trump, speaking in Mosinee, Wisconsin, focused on strengthening support among working-class and rural white voters, a core demographic of his base. Trump pledged to impose unprecedented tariffs and tighten immigration policies, warning that even U.S. allies, like the European Union, would face new trade restrictions if he wins the 2024 election. He framed migrants as a threat to local residents and claimed, without evidence, that illegal immigrants could soon cause widespread harm. As support for Trump wanes among various demographic groups, particularly Hispanics and Black voters who now favor his opponent, Kamala Harris, the former president is focusing on maintaining his stronghold in Rust Belt states like Wisconsin. Trump’s rhetoric continues to emphasize fears about the future of the U.S., labeling the 2024 election as potentially the nation’s last. The rally precedes a debate against Harris, with his advisors urging him to focus on policy and avoid personal attacks. Trump also hinted at purging federal agencies and accused Colorado’s political leadership of losing control to Venezuelan gangs.