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World faces nuclear uncertainty as New START treaty expires
politics Feb 3, 2026, 10:22 AM
World faces nuclear uncertainty as New START treaty expires
  • The New START treaty, aiming to limit nuclear arsenals, expired on February 4, 2026, with no agreement on its extension.
  • Russia has expressed concern that the expiration of the treaty may lead to an increased risk of nuclear arms race.
  • Experts warn that both nations may now escalate their nuclear capabilities, leaving the world in a precarious security situation.
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