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Concern over Russian Nuclear Threat

Concern over Russian Nuclear Threat

Senator John Thune Photo: WNAX


There is growing concern that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin could resort to some type of nuclear attack in hopes of reversing his military position in Ukraine.
South Dakota Senator John Thune says they have had briefings about that possibility…..https://on.soundcloud.com/WrvAW

Thune says the Russians are losing ground…..https://on.soundcloud.com/qBB6C

Thune says it’s a national security issue…..https://on.soundcloud.com/scm16

Russia unleashed a number of rocket attacks across Ukraine today, in response to an explosion on a key bridge this weekend.

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