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China Urges U.S. to Embrace Nuclear Limits Amid Tensions

2/4/2026

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China urged the United States to respond positively to Russia's proposal for maintaining nuclear warhead limits as the New START treaty approaches its expiration on February 5, 2026.
The New START treaty has been vital for controlling nuclear arsenals and fostering confidence since the Cold War.
Analysts warn that the treaty's collapse could lead to a renewed arms race among the U.S., Russia, and China.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister stated that the U.S. inaction suggests an intention to allow the treaty to lapse, raising global nuclear stability concerns.

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China urged the United States to respond positively to Russia's proposal for maintaining nuclear warhead limits as the New START treaty approaches its expiration on February 5, 2026.
The New START treaty has been vital for controlling nuclear arsenals and fostering confidence since the Cold War.
Analysts warn that the treaty's collapse could lead to a renewed arms race among the U.S., Russia, and China.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister stated that the U.S. inaction suggests an intention to allow the treaty to lapse, raising global nuclear stability concerns.