Russia and the US threatened to resume nuclear testing after several decades
Summary
The United States and Russia have threatened to resume nuclear testing, raising concerns over global peace and the erosion of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty.
Key Points
- The US and Russia threatened to resume nuclear testing, challenging global norms.
- US President Donald Trump announced recommencement of nuclear weapons testing on social media.
- Russia responded by warning it would take reciprocal measures if the US or treaty signatories test weapons.
- The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty has not yet entered into force, with key states not ratifying or withdrawing support.
- The treaty organization's monitoring system detects nuclear tests to uphold global security, but some low-yield tests may remain undetected.
