![]() ![]() ![]() The United States has only been at DEFCON 2 twice in history, the first time during the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the second time on the eve of Desert Storm in Iraq.īut is the United States really at DEFCON 2? It's unlikely. DEFCON refers to "defense condition," and there are five levels with 5 being peacetime footing, and 1 being a war footing. In response, President Vladimir Putin ordered Russian nuclear forces to go on high alert, which is in turn, prompting a similar response by the United States and allies.Īccording to some rumors, the United States is at DEFCON 2, which means American forces are ready for full-scale war in as little as six hours' time. And NATO is reinforcing its member nations in Eastern Europe. In response to Russia's invasion, most of the world's countries have imposed sanctions on Russia. Reports indicate Ukrainian resistance is stronger than expected, and Russian forces are running low on critical supplies including fuel and food.ĭespite the difficulties faced by Russian forces, most experts believe it is only a matter of time before the Russians wear down Ukrainian resistance. LOS ANGELES, CA (California Netwok) - The war in Ukraine was supposed to be over by now, but it continues five days after it began. Keywords: DEFCON, Vatican, Russia, Ukaine, Putin, alert ![]()
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