Russia Warns US Over Potential Nuclear Tests

Russia is contemplating the resumption of nuclear tests, as indicated by Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, amidst heightened tensions following the Ukraine war and the U.S. political landscape. Ryabkov cautioned President-elect Donald Trump against pursuing nuclear testing, labeling American policy as 'extremely hostile' toward Russia. This potential move would mark a significant escalation in global nuclear tensions, with both Russia and the U.S. controlling 88% of the world's nuclear arsenal. Russia had ratified the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty but withdrew its ratification in 2023, aligning itself with the U.S., which has also not ratified the agreement. The international situation remains precarious, with fears that the U.S. may consider resuming nuclear tests to strengthen its military capabilities. Observers are closely monitoring how the Trump administration's approach could impact future nuclear strategies.