Russia Tests Nuclear-Capable Missile, Considers Rescinding Nuclear Test Ban Treaty
- Russia claims to have successfully tested an experimental nuclear-powered cruise missile called Burevestnik.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin suggests Russia could revoke its ratification of the nuclear test ban treaty.
- Lawmakers say they will consider rescinding Russia's ratification of the treaty at an upcoming meeting.
- Tensions with the West over the war in Ukraine may be factoring into Russia's nuclear threats.
- The potential unraveling of the nuclear test ban risks a dangerous new nuclear arms race.



























