Russia Conducts Nationwide Emergency Drills with Blaring Sirens

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Russia Conducts Nationwide Emergency Drills with Blaring Sirens
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Russia conducted nationwide emergency drills, testing the readiness of its emergency responders amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The drills included sirens, TV interruptions, and simulated scenarios involving nuclear powers and widespread destruction. The exercise comes after Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow, with Russian air defenses reportedly shooting down 31 drones. The drills coincide with the US government testing its Emergency Alert System. Russian officials have warned of the growing threat of a nuclear conflict and criticized Western support for Ukraine, while also stating that the army has enough volunteer soldiers and doesn't need another wave of mobilization.

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