In recent days, Russia has put its nuclear forces on high alert; a decision that increases the risk of miscalculation and with it, potentially catastrophic consequences for humanity. We've also seen neighbouring Belarus rightfully condemned for moves to allow Russia's nuclear weapons to be stationed within its borders. In Kyiv and other major cities, civilians and civilian infrastructure are being targeted and hit by explosive weapons, bringing war directly into the backyards of innocent non-combatants and in violation of international humanitarian law. Credible reports of the use of cluster munitions have begun to come through; an indiscriminate weapon, which many countries, New Zealand included, recognise as being illegal under international law. 