Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

Russia Reacts to Trump's Nuclear Tests Order

Russia Reacts to Trump's Nuclear Tests Order

Summary

President Donald Trump has instructed the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing. Russia responded, denying that its recent missile tests violated nuclear testing agreements. This decision is connected to ongoing global nuclear arms developments among major powers like the U.S., Russia, and China.

Key Facts

  • President Trump ordered the Pentagon to start nuclear weapons testing.
  • He stated that this is to keep pace with Russia and China's nuclear activities.
  • Russia denies that its recent missile tests, including the Burevestnik missile, breach nuclear testing rules.
  • The Kremlin stated the Burevestnik missile test is not considered a nuclear test.
  • Russia and the U.S. have the largest nuclear stockpiles globally.
  • China is rapidly increasing its number of nuclear warheads.
  • No known nuclear test detonations have been conducted by these countries since 1996.
  • The Burevestnik missile is a nuclear-powered cruise missile claimed to have a long range.
Read the Full Article

This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.