UN: Risk Of Nuclear War At Record High. Please Engage In Peace Talks, Russia And Ukraine.

The UN High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Izumi Nakamitsu, warns that the risk of nuclear weapons being used is at an all-time high. The war between Ukraine and Russia is a significant driver behind this risk, and according to reports from the UN Security Council, there is no sign of it ending soon. President Biden has stated that the US will support Ukraine for “as long as it takes.” Russia denies claims that it will be stationing non-strategic nuclear weapons in Belarus territory but has warned of responding to “provocative measures.” The tension between Russia and the West seems to be at an all-time high, with both sides unwilling to back down, and peace talks not on the table. The UN is urging both sides to return to dialogue to de-escalate tensions and develop transparency and confidence-building measures.