Trump Calls for New Nuclear Arms Treaty With Russia as New START Expires

The article discusses President Trump's call for a new nuclear arms treaty with Russia as the current New START agreement nears its expiration. The New START treaty, which limits the number of nuclear warheads and delivery systems for both the US and Russia, is set to expire in February 2021. Trump has expressed interest in negotiating a new, potentially broader agreement that could include China, which is not currently part of the New START treaty. However, there are concerns that the failure to extend or replace the existing treaty could lead to a new arms race between the nuclear powers. The article highlights the importance of maintaining arms control agreements to prevent the unchecked development and proliferation of nuclear weapons, which could have dire global consequences. It underscores the need for diplomatic efforts to find a suitable replacement for the New START treaty before it expires.