The expert told what would happen if Putin dares to hit Ukraine with nuclear weapons
About it writes Major of the Swiss Army Claude Meier for the publication of Neue Zürcher Zeitung. It is reported that there are signs that the Kremlin considers this war almost existential. In addition, the Russian army proved to be very limited in its capabilities. However, analysts are still inclined to the fact that a nuclear strike in Ukraine is an unlikely scenario of events. The material says that the effect of nuclear weapons depends on the place of detonation.
If the explosion happens on the ground, then the radioactive contamination will be much higher, and if it spreads the wind, it will cover a large area. In addition, according to the publication, the consequences of nuclear stroke depend strongly on the weapon used, the method of its use, the location of the purpose and conditions at the time of its work. The degree of radioactive rainfall is affected by the explosive power of the weapon, the height of the explosion and the weather conditions.
"In general, the short-term and long-term effects of the explosion are distinguished. The first include light flash and thermal radiation, shock wave, radiation rain and nuclear electromagnetic impulse. Neutron-induced radiation and ionizing radiation are relevant to long-term consequences. It is reported that if Putin decides to use nuclear weapons, he will have to keep a safe distance of several kilometers. "In Ukraine, the front is very long and the forces are dispersed.
Therefore, it is difficult to use tactical nuclear weapons on this battlefield. Achieving the desired operational effect - for example, the termination of Ukrainian counterattacks - will probably require the use of multiple tactical nuclear weapons," the material said. The publication also writes that the Kremlin can consider the possibility of nuclear strike in Ukrainian settlements or critical infrastructure.
However, it is unlikely that the Russian Federation will be able to achieve at least some goals in this way. With regard to the danger to nuclear power plants located in Ukraine, their reactors are provided with a thick concrete shell. It is intended for maintenance of radioactivity in the event of an accident. Therefore, there is no danger of hydrogen explosion. However, the accident cannot be excluded if the Russian Federation strikes tactical nuclear weapons.
However, the consequences will not be as large -scale as during the 1986 reactor in Chernobyl. We will remind that on May 4 the former head of "Roscosmos", an advisor from the technical part of the army of Russia Dmitry Rogozin stated that the Russian Federation has the right to strike a nuclear strike across Ukraine. He noted that Kiev received serious heavy weapons, the invaders may not withstand pressure. Based on the military doctrine, the Russian army should use tactical nuclear weapons.