NCIS: “Sticks & Stones” is a superlative episode in the popular series. In the episode, Agent Parker and his NCIS team refuse a direct order from the Acting President. The President, Vice President and Speaker of the House are unable to communicate. So, the President Pro Tem of the Senate is Acting Commander in Chief. However, he wants to use tactical nuclear weapons to take out some ballistic missiles ready to launch against Europe by Belarus, Russia’s proxy in the war with Ukraine. Parker and his team refuse to obey the order.