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Putin Signals Possible End to Nuclear Test Moratorium

11/5/2025

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Russian President Vladimir Putin directed the government to prepare for potential nuclear tests, signaling a 35-year moratorium may end.
Defense Minister Andrei Belousov proposed the move at a Security Council meeting, citing threats from the United States.
Russia remains committed to the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty.
Novaya Zemlya archipelago is being considered as the preparation site.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin directed the government to prepare for potential nuclear tests, signaling a 35-year moratorium may end.
Defense Minister Andrei Belousov proposed the move at a Security Council meeting, citing threats from the United States.
Russia remains committed to the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty.
Novaya Zemlya archipelago is being considered as the preparation site.