Russia: US Reviewing Putin’s New START Extension Plan

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has revealed that the United States is examining President Vladimir Putin’s proposal to maintain existing nuclear arms control frameworks as the New START treaty’s expiration approaches in February. According to Lavrov, diplomatic communications confirmed the U.S. is considering the initiative, though a substantial reply from Washington is still pending. Russia has clarified its stance, stating it will not pressure the U.S. into accepting Putin’s plan, which Moscow describes as straightforward and in the mutual interest, as well as beneficial for international security. Russia remains ready for any developments, anticipating a favorable outcome. This diplomatic exchange follows recent statements from U.S. President Donald Trump about resuming nuclear testing, which drew a parallel response from President Putin regarding the CTBT moratorium.