Russia Considers Resuming Nuclear Weapons Tests in Response to U.S. Statements On Resumption

Russian officials emphasized the importance of monitoring actions by other nations to maintain strategic balance.

EUROPE — Russian President Vladimir Putin directed officials to prepare proposals for potential nuclear weapons tests following announcements from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the resumption of U.S. nuclear testing activities.

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This development stems from a Security Council meeting where concerns over international nuclear policies were discussed. Russian authorities emphasized the importance of monitoring actions by other nations to maintain strategic balance.

Meeting with permanent members of the Russian Security Council. kremlin.ru

The directive involves multiple ministries and security services in analyzing information and formulating recommendations. Such measures reflect ongoing efforts to ensure nuclear capabilities amid global changes.