Trump says US to resume nuclear weapons tests, backs S Korean nuclear sub
Summary
President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. will immediately resume nuclear weapons testing to align with other countries. He also approved South Korea's plan to build a nuclear-powered submarine following trade discussions.Key Facts
- President Trump instructed the Department of Defense to restart nuclear weapons testing.
- This move is intended to equalize U.S. nuclear testing capabilities with other nuclear countries.
- The specifics of whether these tests involve missile or explosive testing were not clarified.
- Trump noted that China is rapidly expanding its nuclear capabilities.
- South Korea was given approval to construct a nuclear-powered submarine.
- The submarine will be built in the U.S., in Philadelphia, at a shipyard operated by a South Korean company.
- This decision could allow South Korea to join the limited group of nations with nuclear-powered submarines.
- South Korea seeks more flexibility in nuclear fuel processes as part of the new agreement.
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