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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.
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