Russia Refuses New Nuclear Treaty With US Under Current Terms
Kremlin cites need for broader agreement including other states and European military nuclear infrastructure.
- The New START treaty, limiting US and Russian strategic nuclear weapons, is set to expire on February 5, 2026.
- Russia suspended its participation in the treaty in 2023 due to US support for Ukraine but has adhered to its limits.
- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that a new treaty must encompass other states and European nuclear infrastructure.
- Izvestia newspaper reported that Russia will not sign a new agreement, citing an unidentified senior Russian source.
- President Putin recently announced updates to Russia's nuclear policy, extending scenarios for potential nuclear weapon use.
Denver Gazette 
