Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia is developing a new nuclear weapon. The announcement comes as the New START treaty between Russia and the U.S. is nearing its expiration in February 2026. President Trump has responded positively, but a new agreement has not yet been established.
Key Facts
- Russia, led by President Vladimir Putin, is working on a new nuclear weapon.
- Russia's nuclear arsenal is the largest in the world.
- The New START treaty, which limits nuclear weapons between the U.S. and Russia, will expire in February 2026.
- President Putin stated that Russia's nuclear defense systems are more advanced than other countries.
- The Kremlin plans to follow New START rules for a year after the treaty expires.
- There is currently no new agreement to extend or replace the New START treaty.
- President Trump has responded positively to Russia's announcement about the treaty, but a new deal is not in place yet.
