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New START Treaty Expiration Sparks Nuclear Arms Race Fears

2/7/2026

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The New START Treaty expires on February 6, 2026, raising concerns about a renewed nuclear arms race between the United States and Russia.
The treaty limited both sides to 1,550 nuclear warheads and 700 delivery systems, and has been a cornerstone of arms control since its 2010 inception.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the treaty as poorly negotiated and experts warn that without a replacement treaty, risk of nuclear conflict rises.

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The New START Treaty expires on February 6, 2026, raising concerns about a renewed nuclear arms race between the United States and Russia.
The treaty limited both sides to 1,550 nuclear warheads and 700 delivery systems, and has been a cornerstone of arms control since its 2010 inception.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the treaty as poorly negotiated and experts warn that without a replacement treaty, risk of nuclear conflict rises.