According to the Federation of American Scientists, Russia has a total nuclear warhead inventory of 5,977 - this is the biggest in the world
It says that approximately 90% of all nuclear warheads are owned by Russia and the United States.The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists says the Russian arsenal includes 4,447 warheads of which 1,588 are deployed on ballistic missiles and at heavy bomber bases.
Intercontinental ballistic missiles in Russia's possession have the capability to reach and destroy major global cities such as London or Washington. At the time, defence expert General Sir Richard Barrons told Sky News:"President Putin has raised the stakes - he's started to insinuate nuclear weapons at a global level.
For example, the 2S7 gun - 203mm calibre - has a range of about 37km [22 miles] and fires a shell that weighs 110kg.
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