Historic arms control deal comes to a close, sparking fears of a new nuclear arms race and rising tensions.
The landmark nuclear treaty between the United States and Russia has officially ended, removing one of the world’s key protections against the spread of the most dangerous weapons. The agreement, which had helped keep both nations’ nuclear weapons in check, limited the number and deployment of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and other high-power nuclear warheads.
So far, neither Washington nor Moscow has said whether they will start new talks. Experts warn that without the treaty, both countries could expand or upgrade their nuclear weapons freely, increasing the risk of global tension and accidents.
The treaty had been crucial in stopping an unchecked nuclear arms race. With rising political tensions and mistrust between the two powers, the future of talks is uncertain, making the situation even more worrying.
World leaders and arms control advocates are calling for urgent dialogue to prevent a new arms race. They warn that without action, other nuclear-capable nations might also strengthen their arsenals, weakening decades of global arms control.
The end of this historic treaty shows how fragile nuclear agreements can be and highlights the urgent need for diplomacy to keep the world safe.
