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Russia’s neighbor backs push to lift ban on nuclear weapons, prompting outcry from Moscow

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

What happened

Lithuania is seeking to bolster its security amid growing concerns over Russia.

Key facts

  • Reported by CNBC World and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:05:46 UTC.

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  1. With hybrid attacks and nuclear bluster, Putin aims to end Europe’s support for Ukraine

  2. France test-fires new nuclear-capable missile: Defence Ministry

  3. Russia says nearly 900 Ukrainian drones downed, Moscow region fuel depot reportedly burns

  4. Ukraine launches major drone attack on Russia’s Moscow region, killing two

  5. Russia’s neighbor backs push to lift ban on nuclear weapons, prompting outcry from Moscow

  6. Anduril lands $2.9 billion Navy submarine shipyard contract days after Luckey joins Pentagon weapons group

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