New Start: US-Russia nuclear weapons treaty due to expire raising fears of arms race
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Why in news
The New START nuclear weapons control treaty between the US and Russia expired on Thursday, raising fears of a new arms race as both nations modernize their nuclear forces.
Background
The New START treaty was signed in 2010 and capped deployed strategic warheads at 1,550. The US advocates for the inclusion of China in future treaties, while Russia demands the inclusion of France and the UK.
Facts for Prelims
- FactNew START treaty capped deployed strategic warheads at 1,550
- PostAdmiral Sir Tony Radakin is the former head of Britain's armed forces
- BodyNew START is a nuclear weapons control treaty between the US and Russia
For Mains
Q. Discuss the implications of the expiration of the New START treaty on global nuclear non-proliferation and the risk of a multi-polar arms race.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical friction: US demand for China's inclusion vs Russia's demand for UK/France involvement
- Strategic modernization: Rapid advancement of nuclear capabilities by major powers undermining existing arms control frameworks
Keywords: Nuclear non-proliferation · Strategic stability · Arms control · Multi-polar world · Nuclear modernization
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