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world4 hours ago•4 min saved

Trump to let New START lapse, eyeing a broader, China-inclusive arms pact

Trump announced on Truth Social that he will let the New START nuclear-arms control treaty expire and push for a new, modernized pact that could include China. With New START—the last cap on U.S. and Russian arsenals—expired, the administration is weighing a future framework; Russia has floated a one-year stopgap without inspections, and the Pentagon has been weighing post‑New START options, though Moscow’s demands to include Britain and France and China’s unclear stance complicate prospects for a quick deal.

via Politico|

#armscontrol #china #new-start

defense1 year ago•2 min saved

U.S. Rethinks Nuclear Strategy Amid Rising Global Tensions

The U.S. Department of Defense is adjusting its nuclear deterrence strategy in response to the growing nuclear capabilities of China and Russia, and the potential absence of nuclear arms control agreements. The 2022 Nuclear Posture Review may need updates to address these challenges. The U.S. is committed to maintaining a reliable nuclear deterrent, but current modernization efforts may be insufficient. New measures include the B61-13 gravity bomb and enhanced readiness of Ohio-class submarines. The 491 Report outlines strategies for deterring multiple nuclear adversaries and integrating non-nuclear capabilities.

via Department of Defense|

#armscontrol #chinarussia #defense