Russia Wants France, UK Without Nukes For Disarmament Talks With US As Trump Reveals Putin Offer

Russia Wants France, UK Without Nukes For Disarmament Talks With US As Trump Reveals Putin Offer

Russia seeks to restart nuclear disarmament talks with the US under President Trump, emphasizing urgency after the 2023 collapse of the “New START” treaty. Trump previously discussed denuclearization with Putin, suggesting China could also join future agreements. Both nations currently adhere to warhead limits but lack a replacement treaty. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stressed considering France and the UK in negotiations. Meanwhile, Russian official Sergei Shoigu warned of growing nuclear clash risks, blaming NATO’s activities, while NATO criticized Russia’s actions in Belarus. n18oc_world n18oc_crux