US-Russia New START Nuclear Treaty Expires, Raising Fears of Unchecked Arms Race
Summary
The expiration of the New START nuclear treaty marks the first time in 50 years that the US and Russia will have no limits on their nuclear arsenals, raising fears of an unchecked arms race and global instability.
Key Points
- The New START treaty between the US and Russia is expiring, ending limits on nuclear arsenals between the two countries.
- Russian President Putin expressed willingness to extend the treaty, but US President Trump hesitates and wants China included in negotiations.
- The treaty's expiration risks a new arms race among the US, Russia, and potentially China, increasing global nuclear instability.
- Experts warn the absence of arms control could lead to higher deployed weapons and escalate strategic competition among nuclear powers.
