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Russia warns of nuclear war danger
Moscow believes such a conflict is 'unacceptable,' but not impossible, as tensions mount over Ukraine
Apr 25, 2022 22:48
US needs to choose between new ICBMs & nightmare of nuclear deterrence OR meaningful disarmament through arms control Op-ed
The US wants Russia and China to rein in their respective strategic nuclear arsenals while it modernizes its own nuclear defenses at the same time. When it comes to strategic nukes, the US can’t have its cake and eat it too.
Feb 20, 2021 17:19
New START treaty with US officially extended until February 2026 as Moscow hopes for new chapter in global stability
The extension of the New START nuclear arms reduction agreement with the US will go into effect today, Moscow has announced, praising the deal as a step in the right direction for international stability.
Feb 3, 2021 13:32
A done deal: Following agreement with Biden, law extending New START nuclear treaty with US for 5 years signed into law by Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a bill extending the New START nuclear arms reduction agreement, the Kremlin has announced. Should his US counterpart Joe Biden follow suit, the treaty will remain in force until 2026.
Jan 29, 2021 17:04
The New START extension is welcome, but it won't deliver stability. The last thing the US wants is improved relations with Russia Op-ed
Biden’s plan to sign a five-year extension to New START, while unquestionably welcome, will have a limited effect on fostering better relations between the US and Russia, and hence on bringing stability to the world.
Jan 27, 2021 12:10
Putin submits bill to ratify 5-year extension of New START as last-minute deal with US is expected to rescue nuclear treaty
Following talks with Washington, Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent parliament a draft deal that would extend the New START arms reduction pact for five more years. The critical treaty is set to expire in just over a week.
Jan 26, 2021 22:42

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