Putin's Nuclear Gamble: Russia's Stance on Global Arms Control
Vladimir Putin has stated Russia would conduct nuclear tests if another power did so. At a conference, he reiterated the offer to the U.S. to extend nuclear warhead limits pending a reciprocal move. Putin also highlighted complications with a new missile and the inclusion of other nations in future talks.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin declared on Thursday that Russia would engage in nuclear tests if another nuclear power initiated them. During a conference in southern Russia, Putin alleged that Moscow had detected signs of preparation for such tests by an unspecified nation.
Putin reaffirmed his proposition to the United States, aiming to extend caps on nuclear warheads following the expiration of a critical arms control treaty next year, on the condition that the U.S. reciprocates. He acknowledged ongoing complications in dialogue with the U.S. but emphasized Russia's confidence in its new missile system, the Oreshnik complex.
Furthermore, Putin noted that if China were to join future nuclear arms control agreements, it should include considerations of Britain's and France's nuclear capabilities.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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