Core Points - The U.S. has not yet responded to Russia's proposal regarding the New START treaty, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov [1] - Peskov mentioned that U.S. officials previously indicated that President Trump would personally respond, but no answer has been received from the Russian side [1] - Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated that Russia has not proposed any creative ways to extend the New START treaty, which is currently in a suspended state [1] Summary by Sections - Treaty Background - The New START treaty was signed by Russia and the U.S. in 2010 to limit the number of nuclear warheads and delivery systems deployed by both countries [1] - The treaty officially came into effect on February 5, 2011, originally set for a 10-year term, later extended to February 5, 2026 [1] - Recent Developments - On September 22, 2023, President Putin proposed that if the U.S. does not take actions that disrupt the existing balance, Russia would continue to adhere to the treaty's core limitations for one year after its expiration [1] - Putin emphasized the treaty's significant role in maintaining nuclear balance and described abandoning it as a "short-sighted move" [1] - Current Status - In February 2023, Putin announced Russia's suspension of compliance with the New START treaty, citing that the U.S. demands Russia adhere to all treaty terms while acting unilaterally [1]
克宫:美方尚未回应俄有关《新削减战略武器条约》提议
Xin Hua She·2025-10-03 09:18