Fears of new arms race as US-Russia nuclear weapons treaty due to expire
Tensions are rising as the New START nuclear arms control treaty between the United States and Russia is set to expire on February 5, 2021. The treaty, signed in 2010, limits the number of strategic nuclear warheads the two countries can deploy and is the last remaining nuclear arms control pact between the two superpowers.
The United States has expressed interest in extending the treaty for five years without any preconditions, while Russia has also indicated its willingness to prolong the agreement. However, negotiators have yet to reach a formal agreement on the extension, raising concerns about the potential for a new arms race if the treaty expires.
US officials have emphasized the importance of preserving the New START treaty to maintain transparency and reduce the risk of miscalculation in the nuclear realm. They argue that extending the agreement would provide more time to negotiate a broader and more robust arms control framework.
On the other hand, Russia has echoed similar sentiments, underlining the treaty’s significance in preventing a nuclear arms race. Russian officials have called for a clean and unconditional extension of the New START treaty, warning that failure to do so could have dire consequences for global security and stability.
As the deadline for the treaty’s expiration approaches, experts and policymakers are closely monitoring the situation, hoping that both parties can swiftly come to an agreement to prevent a potential escalation in nuclear tensions.
Sources Analysis
US Department of State – The US Department of State has a diplomatic and political bias. Its primary goal is to promote US foreign policy interests.
Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs serves the interests of the Russian government. It aims to uphold Russian national security and foreign policy objectives.
Fact Check
The expiration date of the New START treaty is February 5, 2021 – Verified fact. The date can be independently verified through official treaty documents and statements from both parties.
Both the US and Russia have expressed willingness to extend the treaty – Verified fact. This information has been reported by multiple reliable news sources and officials from both countries.
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