Russia Awaits US Response on Extension of Expiring New START Nuclear Treaty

Russia is awaiting a response from the United States on President Vladimir Putin's proposal to informally extend the New START nuclear arms treaty for one year before its expiration in three weeks. The treaty, signed in 2010, limits deployed strategic warheads and delivery systems between the two countries. While US President Donald Trump has indicated the treaty may expire without replacement, he has expressed interest in a broader agreement including China, which opposes joining trilateral talks. Russia emphasizes that future discussions should also consider the nuclear arsenals of the UK and France.