President Donald Trump on Thursday directed the Pentagon to resume U.S. nuclear weapons testing “on an equal basis” with Russia and China, signaling a dramatic shift in long-standing U.S. policy.
The announcement came just before Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Busan, South Korea, where both leaders were expected to discuss trade and security.
President Trump said he had directed the Pentagon to begin testing nuclear weapons “on an equal basis” with Russia and China.
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The last full-scale U.S. nuclear weapons test took place in Nevada in 1992. https://t.co/6Nbfj9iqdQ
The U.S. has not conducted a nuclear test since 1992, though both Russia and China have recently tested nuclear-capable weapons.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov denied that Moscow is conducting nuclear tests but said Russia would “act accordingly” if others abandon the moratorium.
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🚨 Trump Orders Immediate Restart of U.S. Nuclear Testing After 33 Years
A historic move — Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume live nuclear tests for the first time since 1992. He calls it “strategic parity” with Russia and China — critics warn it’s… pic.twitter.com/LkyR5aXCNC
Analysts warn the move could trigger a new global arms race. China urged Washington to honor its commitment to suspend testing and protect global stability.
Trump, however, defended his decision, citing “peace through strength” and insisting that the U.S. must not fall behind its rivals in nuclear readiness.
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