atomic weapons
US Nuclear Testing History: From Trinity to Trump's Announcement (1945-Present)
Oct 31, 2025 02:14 pm CST
From the first nuclear detonation in 1945 to President Trump's recent announcement about resuming testing, this article chronicles the United States' extensive nuclear testing history spanning over seven decades. It details key milestones including the Trinity test, atmospheric and underground testing programs, international treaties limiting nuclear tests, and the shift to subcritical experiments after the 1992 testing moratorium.
Iran Condemns US Nuclear Testing Resumption as "Regressive and Irresponsible"
Oct 31, 2025 08:16 am CST
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has denounced the United States' plans to resume nuclear testing under President Trump's directive, calling it a "regressive and irresponsible" decision that threatens international peace while criticizing the US for demonizing Iran's peaceful nuclear program.