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U.S. Revamps Nuclear Arsenal Amid Rising Global Tensions

1/29/2025

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Amid escalating global tensions with Russia and China, the U.S. is revamping its nuclear arsenal. The National Nuclear Security Administration is performing subcritical experiments in Nevada to maintain weapon reliability without full-scale tests. Experts caution that restarting nuclear testing could ignite a dangerous arms race, heightening international instability.

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Amid escalating global tensions with Russia and China, the U.S. is revamping its nuclear arsenal. The National Nuclear Security Administration is performing subcritical experiments in Nevada to maintain weapon reliability without full-scale tests. Experts caution that restarting nuclear testing could ignite a dangerous arms race, heightening international instability.