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Why mention a tsunami?
Russian state TV's suggestion of using Poseidon to create a tsunami against Britain is a form of nuclear saber-rattling. It's a dramatic threat aimed at deterring countries like the UK from supporting Ukraine, by reminding them of Russia's destructive capabilities, even if experts believe it's highly unlikely to be used.
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