Washington: The United States has called for launching multilateral talks on nuclear arms reduction and strategic stability. This initiative is based on expanding shared responsibility among nuclear states, rejecting agreements that undermine US interests or overlook non-compliance, and negotiating from a position of strength while maintaining a modern nuclear deterrent.
According to Emirates News Agency, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) marks the beginning of a new phase in arms control. He emphasized that current global realities necessitate a different approach, reflecting shifts in the nuclear balance of power.
In an article published by the US Department of State, Rubio highlighted that Cold War-era arms control talks, although complex, contributed to US security through trust-building and strict verification measures. He also mentioned that President Donald Trump has made it clear that any future arms control agreement must be multilateral and include all major nuclear powers.