
Washington Reacts to Putin’s Nuclear Limits Proposal Ahead of 2026 Treaty Expiry
US President Donald Trump has expressed support for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent proposal to voluntarily maintain limits on deployed strategic nuclear weapons. This development comes as the 2010 New START treaty, which currently governs nuclear arms control between the US and Russia, is set to expire in February 2026.
The New START treaty plays a crucial role in:
- Limiting the number of deployed strategic nuclear warheads.
- Controlling the delivery systems between the two nations.
President Trump described Putin’s proposal as a “good idea,” signaling a positive stance towards continuing arms control efforts despite the treaty’s approaching expiration. Experts have noted that this approach could:
- Help maintain strategic stability between the US and Russia.
- Prevent a renewed arms race.
The proposal aims to uphold the spirit of the New START agreement by continuing to control the deployment of nuclear weapons, even without a formal treaty extension. Both countries emphasize the importance of managing their nuclear arsenals responsibly in the face of global security challenges.
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