Defence24

Analysis published on Defence24 argues that China is rewriting its nuclear doctrine by adopting a launch-on-warning posture, meaning its missiles could be fired on early warning of an incoming attack rather than only after impact. The shift would mark a major departure from Beijing's long-standing stance of retaining nuclear forces solely for retaliation, raising concerns about crisis stability and arms-race dynamics.

The United Kingdom has offered the protection of its nuclear deterrent to Finland and other members of the Joint Expeditionary Force, according to a report by Defence24. The move would extend British nuclear assurances to northern European partners at a time of heightened concern over Russian aggression and growing defence cooperation between the UK and Nordic countries.