nuclear weapons
Trump's Nuclear Paradox: Between Disarmament Dreams and Testing Threats
Oct 31, 2025 04:57 pm CST
An examination of President Donald Trump's contradictory approaches to nuclear weapons policy, from proposing disarmament deals with Russia and China to ordering the Pentagon to resume nuclear testing. This analysis explores Trump's longstanding fascination with nuclear weapons, his diplomatic engagements with North Korea, and expert concerns about his inconsistent nuclear strategy that alternates between pursuing peace and projecting power.
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.
Russia Clarifies Recent Tests Were Not Nuclear Warhead Detonations as Trump Orders US Response
Oct 30, 2025 07:56 pm CST
Moscow clarified that its tests of the nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile and Poseidon underwater drone were not atomic weapon tests, following President Trump's order for US nuclear testing in response. The Kremlin warned it would resume nuclear warhead testing if the US abandons the current moratorium, highlighting tensions between the two nations that control 90% of the world's 11,000 nuclear warheads.
Russia's Burevestnik 'Storm Bird': The Nuclear-Powered Missile Designed to Evade US Air Defenses
Oct 28, 2025 10:32 pm CST
Russia has successfully tested the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile capable of flying 14,000 kilometers with terrain-hugging capabilities. This "Storm Bird" missile uses a nuclear reactor for propulsion, allowing extended flight times at low altitudes to evade detection by Western air defense systems, though experts note it remains non-operational and primarily serves as a strategic deterrent against US missile defense developments.
Russia Successfully Tests Burevestnik Nuclear-Powered Missile With Unlimited Range Amid Ukraine Conflict
Oct 26, 2025 06:58 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin announces successful completion of tests for the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile with "unlimited range" capabilities. This development occurs amid ongoing Ukraine conflict and uncertain peace negotiations with the West, as Russian forces continue to gain ground and diplomatic efforts with Trump administration remain complicated.
North Korea Tests Advanced Hypersonic Missile System Days Before Major APEC Summit
Oct 23, 2025 11:54 am CST
North Korea has conducted a test of a new "cutting-edge" hypersonic missile system, demonstrating enhanced military capabilities just one week before world leaders gather in South Korea for the APEC summit. The test, which occurred without Kim Jong Un's reported presence, features missiles capable of traveling at five times the speed of sound and maneuvering mid-flight, technology similar to weapons recently deployed by Russia in Ukraine and Iran against Israel.
Trump Claims Tariff Threats Resolved India-Pakistan Conflict Within 24 Hours
Oct 13, 2025 11:20 am CST
US President Donald Trump has asserted that his threats of imposing 200% tariffs were instrumental in establishing peace between India and Pakistan during their military confrontation. Despite India's consistent denials of US intervention in Operation Sindoor, Trump maintains he has resolved eight global conflicts through his diplomatic approaches and is now eyeing the Afghanistan-Pakistan border tensions as his next focus.
Kremlin Issues Severe Warning as US Considers Supplying Tomahawk Missiles to Ukraine: Potential for Nuclear Escalation
Oct 12, 2025 08:22 pm CST
The Kremlin has expressed grave concern over potential US supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, warning of dramatic escalation in the conflict. With a 2,500 km range and potential nuclear capability, these weapons could enable strikes deep inside Russia, transforming the nature of the war. Russian officials claim this would constitute direct US military involvement, marking a dangerous new phase in the most significant East-West confrontation since the Cuban Missile Crisis.
North Korea Showcases Advanced Hwasong-20 ICBM at Military Parade with Russian and Chinese Officials Present
Oct 11, 2025 05:32 pm CST
North Korea displayed its most powerful nuclear weapon, the Hwasong-20 ICBM, at a military parade marking 80 years of Workers' Party rule. Senior officials from Russia and China attended the event as Kim Jong Un strengthens international alliances amid ongoing North Korean military support for Russia's operations in Ukraine, signaling a significant geopolitical realignment in the region.
Putin Warns of Nuclear Development as US-Russia New START Treaty Approaches Expiration
Oct 11, 2025 08:49 am CST
President Vladimir Putin announced Russia's ongoing development of strategic nuclear weapons while indicating indifference to US participation in extending the New START treaty expiring in 2025. Amid an accelerating arms race, Putin warned that Russia stands ready to conduct nuclear tests if other nations do so first, highlighting growing concerns about the future of nuclear arms control between the world's largest nuclear powers.