New Era in Nuclear Arms Control as U.S. and Russia Navigate Post-New START Reality
The last remaining nuclear arms control agreement between Washington and Moscow expired, marking a new era of uncertainty in global security.
With the expiration of the New START treaty on Thursday, the United States and Russia have entered uncharted territory in the realm of nuclear arms control. The deal, which provided transparency into the two nations' arsenals for over a decade, has now lapsed, leaving both countries without a formal agreement regulating their nuclear capabilities.
This development comes at a time of heightened tensions between Washington and Moscow, as well as growing concerns about the proliferation of nuclear weapons worldwide. The end of the New START treaty signifies a shift in the dynamics of nuclear diplomacy and raises questions about the future of arms control efforts.
Experts warn that the absence of a formal agreement between the U.S. and Russia could potentially lead to a new arms race and increased nuclear instability. The expiration of the treaty underscores the urgent need for renewed dialogue and cooperation between the two nuclear powers to address shared security concerns.