Russia's Lavrov Confirms Implementation of Putin's Nuclear Test Evaluation Order Amid US Tensions

Nov 09, 2025 02:23 am CST

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has confirmed that President Vladimir Putin's instructions on evaluating the potential resumption of nuclear tests are currently being implemented. This development follows Putin's directives at a November Security Council meeting, which came in response to US President Trump's announcement about resuming American nuclear testing after a three-decade pause. Lavrov indicated that Moscow awaits clarification from Washington regarding Trump's statements, emphasizing that Russia would only consider nuclear testing if the US acts first.