Russia Begins Production of Mobile Nuclear Shelters

Russia has commenced mass production of the KUB-M mobile bomb shelters designed to protect against various threats, including radiation and shockwaves from nuclear blasts, as well as natural disasters. Each shelter can accommodate 54 people and provides 48 hours of protection from multiple hazards, including falling debris and hazardous chemicals. The initiative, supported at the state level, aims to enhance public safety in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly following the U.S. decision to allow Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russian targets. The new shelters are easily transportable and can be deployed even in northern permafrost regions. This move coincides with updates to Russia's nuclear doctrine, indicating a lower threshold for nuclear weapon use, which has raised alarms of escalating tensions. The Kremlin has characterized U.S. actions as reckless, suggesting potential repercussions in the ongoing conflict.