Leaked files reveal Russia’s low bar for use of tactical nuclear weapons 

FT – Leaked files reveal Russia’s low bar for use of tactical nuclear weapons 

The Financial Times reports that Russia has a “low bar” when it comes to using tactical nuclear weapons. In its report, the paper says Russian President Vladimir Putin has rehearsed how he would use the weapons “at an early stage of conflict with a major world power”. The FT says it has seen classified papers that support this.

Elsewhere, the front page speculates on the upcoming March Budget. The paper says the Chancellor is considering scrapping or reducing the tax breaks for non-doms. The rules allow some wealthy individuals, whose main home is overseas, not to pay tax on foreign earnings. According to the FT, the idea is on a “secret project list” of potential revenue-raising measures.

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