Putin: Nuclear Weapons Unnecessary in Ukraine Conflict

Russian President Vladimir Putin said in comments broadcast Sunday that the need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine had not arisen and that he hopes it will not. He emphasized that Russia's military doctrine outlines specific conditions under which such weapons could be considered, but those conditions have not been met. Putin's statement comes as international observers remain concerned about the potential for escalation in the conflict. He reiterated Russia's position that it seeks a peaceful resolution to the situation in Ukraine, although he did not elaborate on specific diplomatic efforts. The comments were made during an interview on a state-owned television channel.