India's nuclear stance may be changing as warheads move closer to deployment: SIPRI
A SIPRI report claims India may have shifted its nuclear posture by deploying 12 warheads on delivery vehicles, including submarines. While India maintains its 'no first use' policy, the move suggests a transition toward mating warheads with launchers during peacetime.
Why it matters
This represents a significant shift in regional nuclear deterrence and military strategy in South Asia.
In big shift in stance, India may have 'deployed' 12 N-warheads, its N-warheads up to 190 from 180: SIPRI report
The article relies on data from an international think tank and presents the information as a strategic assessment.
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