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Russia Breaks Missile Ban, Ignites New Arms Race

8/6/2025

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On August 4, 2025, Russia shattered its self-imposed ban on intermediate-range missiles, accusing U.S. military maneuvers of posing a direct threat. This bold move escalates global tensions, threatening to spark a new arms race reminiscent of the Cold War and jeopardizing crucial nuclear arms control agreements.

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On August 4, 2025, Russia shattered its self-imposed ban on intermediate-range missiles, accusing U.S. military maneuvers of posing a direct threat. This bold move escalates global tensions, threatening to spark a new arms race reminiscent of the Cold War and jeopardizing crucial nuclear arms control agreements.