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Russia Ends Missile Moratorium, Fuels New Arms Race

8/6/2025

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Russia Resumes Missile Deployment

Russia has declared an end to its moratorium on short- and medium-range missile deployment, blaming NATO's "anti-Russian policy." Former President Dmitry Medvedev hinted at "further steps" to counter U.S. threats, igniting fears of a new arms race that echoes the tensions of the Cold War. The stakes have never been higher.

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Russia Warns Escalation

Tensions are rising as Russia warns against escalating nuclear threats after President Trump's directive to reposition nuclear submarines. The Kremlin dismissed Trump's remarks, urging restraint. With a 50-day ceasefire deadline set by Trump amid the Ukraine crisis, Russia's ramped-up military actions further complicate the fragile path to peace.

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Russia Resumes Missile Deployment

Russia has declared an end to its moratorium on short- and medium-range missile deployment, blaming NATO's "anti-Russian policy." Former President Dmitry Medvedev hinted at "further steps" to counter U.S. threats, igniting fears of a new arms race that echoes the tensions of the Cold War. The stakes have never been higher.

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