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Depending on Ukraine re-taking control of Kherson, will Russia use nuclear weapons against Ukraine before 2024?

Russian ControlAnnulled

Ukrainian Controlresult: No

Russian Control

Ukrainian Control

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Opened:

Oct 21, 2022

Closes:

Jan 1, 2024

Resolved:

Jan 1, 2024

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