U.S. Proposes New Nuclear Treaty Involving Russia and China; Beijing Declines

Observers reported today that the expiration of the "New START" treaty between the United States and Russia could lead to a renewed nuclear arms race.

The White House has expressed President Donald Trump's interest in negotiating a new nuclear treaty that would include both Russia and China. However, China has stated it will not participate unless its own interests are adequately addressed, while Russia has reiterated the importance of upholding existing nuclear agreements.