Putin says Moscow to place nuclear weapons in Belarus, US reacts cautiously

13 Sept 11:08 Key points summarised by AI

Russia announces plans to station tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, a significant escalation intended as a warning to NATO amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
President Putin justified the move by likening it to the U.S. deploying its nuclear weapons in Europe, asserting that Russia would not violate international non-proliferation obligations.
The United States reacted cautiously, stating there are no signs Moscow intends to use nuclear weapons and no immediate need to adjust its own strategic nuclear posture.
This marks Russia's first deployment of nuclear weapons outside its borders since the mid-1990s, with a storage facility expected to be completed by July 1, further heightening global tensions.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

Yesterday 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.