Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized the need for the U.S. and Russia to lead discussions on reducing strategic nuclear weapons, with eventual participation from Britain and France. As the New START arms control treaty nears its expiration, a proposal has been put forward to extend current limits for another year, contingent on mutual agreement.

The White House, while showing interest in the proposal, indicated that any decision rests with President Donald Trump. Trump has expressed an intention to initiate denuclearization negotiations with both Russia and China, recognizing the bilateral nature of these efforts within the New START framework.

The ongoing debate underscores the broader implications of global security and strategic stability, especially given the size of the U.S. a

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