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The year 2025 has seen a marked increase in global tensions surrounding nuclear weapons. US President Donald Trump has emphasized America's nuclear arsenal without intending deployment, even as he orders tests to resume. Russia responds by preparing for full-scale nuclear tests and breaking treaties, while China and NATO are equally involved in the evolving narrative, albeit with reluctance for trilateral talks with US and Russia. France has enhanced its naval nuclear capabilities with the M51.3 missiles. Both Norway and US intelligence report advancements in Russian nuclear technologies and military strategies, heightening alert levels globally. Meanwhile, Iran remains a focal point of nuclear disarmament discussions, amid contrasting statements from global leaders about its intentions and capabilities.

What has been the US approach to nuclear weapons in 2025?

In 2025, the US under President Trump has signaled a nuanced approach to nuclear weapons, acknowledging their strategic advantage yet pushing for global denuclearization through resumed testing and diplomatic engagements. Trump's administration has also emphasized maintaining Europe under its nuclear umbrella while contemplating new treaties with Russia on strategic arms reduction.

How are Russia's nuclear actions affecting global security?

Russia's actions, including testing advanced nuclear missiles and denouncing agreements with the US, have intensified global security concerns. Russian leader Putin's announcement of testing new nuclear capabilities, alongside plans for possible attacks with satellites, has prompted heightened vigilance among NATO countries and renewed discussion on defense strategies.

What role is China playing in the nuclear weapon discussions?

China has maintained a cautious stance regarding nuclear disarmament discussions, especially with the US and Russia. Despite SIPRI reports highlighting China's fast-paced nuclear arsenal expansion, the Chinese Foreign Ministry remains skeptical of trilateral talks, calling the notion unwise amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Has Europe's nuclear defense policy changed under current circumstances?

Europe's nuclear defense approach is evolving as the UK invests in new F-35 jets for NATO missions, while Poland expresses interest in France's nuclear umbrella amid potential Russian threats. The shift aims to enhance European defense capabilities, reflecting the region's strategic adjustments to the uncertain global nuclear landscape.

What are the implications of Iran's nuclear program intentions?

In 2025, Iran's varying declarations on nuclear activities continue to stir global debates. While US and Israeli demands for program cessation persist, Iran remains resilient, cautiously engaging in diplomatic discussions with Western powers, yet skeptical of meaningful progress, as it pledges not to pursue weapons but reserves the right for peaceful use.

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У Криму помітили транспорт "ядерного" управління Міноборони РФ Military transport of "nuclear" department of Russian Defense Ministry spotted in occupied Crimea - media. PHOTO Vehicles of the 12th Directorate of the Main Directorate of the Russian Ministry of Defence, which is responsible for nuclear munitions, were spotted on the roads of the occupied Crimea. 13 331 41

рф,зброя,ядерна China on Russia’s plans to change its nuclear doctrine: Beijing has always stressed that nuclear war is not option The Chinese Foreign Ministry has stressed that nuclear weapons cannot be used to unleash a nuclear war. 4 704 15

ядерна зброя рф Russian Foreign Ministry says country will change its nuclear doctrine Russia is going to change its nuclear doctrine "based on the analysis of recent conflicts and actions of the West". 13 744 57

китай,зброя,ядерна Biden approves new secret US nuclear strategy aimed at deterring China - NYT In March, US President Joe Biden approved a classified US nuclear strategic plan that reorients the US deterrence strategy to the rapid expansion of China's nuclear arsenal. 3 572 17

Ядерна зброя US declassifies data on its strategic nuclear weapons: 3,748 warheads in service. INFOGRAPHICS The United States is releasing new declassified information on the US nuclear weapons stockpile, according to which, as of September 2023, the US nuclear warhead arsenal consisted of 3,748 units. 6 086 26

Ядерна зброя Russia may deploy nuclear missiles in response to deployment of US weapons in Germany Moscow does not rule out the possibility of deploying missiles, including nuclear missiles, in response to the deployment of American weapons in Germany. 3 612 16

Ядерна зброя Russia may reduce time for decision-making on use of nuclear weapons, - Kartapolov, State Duma deputy Russia has said that it may reduce the time for making a decision on the use of nuclear weapons, as provided for in the official doctrine, if Moscow believes that threats are growing. 10 543 84

Єнс Столтенберг в Брюселі Stoltenberg: NATO is in talks to put nuclear weapons on alert NATO is discussing putting nuclear weapons on alert and deploying more of them in the face of the growing threat from Russia and China. 9 413 31

Саміт G7 в Італії G7 has warned Russia against using nuclear weapons: It will have serious consequences The leaders of the Group of Seven in a joint declaration following the summit in Italy warned Russia of the consequences in case of use of weapons of mass destruction, including nuclear weapons. 3 840 10

Глава МЗС Польщі Радослав Сікорський Russia may keep about 100 nuclear warheads in Kaliningrad region, - Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski The Russian Federation could keep about a hundred nuclear warheads in Kaliningrad. The risks of Moscow attacking EU countries are quite real. 1 883 11

РФ приєдналася ядерних навчань РФ Belarus joined nuclear weapons exercises conducted by Russian Federation. VIDEO Belarus joined the second stage of Russia's exercises on the use of non-strategic nuclear weapons. 2 366 18

пропагандист Kremlin propagandists threaten EU with nuclear strike: "30-40 warheads and Poland as state, Poles as people, will disappear from face of Earth together with their language". VIDEO The studio of Kremlin propagandist Vladimir Solovyov has already "developed" a plan for a nuclear attack and the complete destruction of Poland. 12 196 73 Previously in trend: War

війна Propagandist Solovyov says Ukraine will receive nuclear weapons: "They will get it and use it, unlike us". VIDEO Russian propagandist Vladimir Solovyov said on his show that the United States is allegedly ready to provide Ukraine with tactical nuclear weapons. 13 353 78 Previously in trend: War

Президент Польщі Анджей Дуда, Poland ready to deploy nuclear weapons, but there is no decision yet - Duda There is no decision on Poland’s accession to the Nuclear Sharing program yet, but President Andrzej Duda has declared that the country is ready to deploy nuclear weapons in the country. 844 6 World

Сунак про ядерну загрозу Because of Putin, world is closer to nuclear escalation than at any time since Cuban Missile Crisis, - Sunak Due to the reckless actions of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, the world is now closer to nuclear escalation than at any time since the Cuban Missile Crisis. 1 544 10 War in Ukraine

зброя,ядерна Poland’s willingness to deploy nuclear weapons is powerful signal of Russian Federation - Polish Ambassador Guzy The declaration of Poland’s readiness to deploy nuclear weapons on its territory is a reaction to the corresponding step taken by Russia in Belarus. 600 2 World

Володимир Путін на параді в Москві у 2023 році Russian Federation will not allow anyone to threaten it. Our strategic forces are always in combat readiness - Putin During his speech at the May 9 parade in Moscow, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin once again declared his readiness to use strategic nuclear weapons against "Russia’s enemies". 7 890 105 World

евіка,сіліня Russia uses nuclear threats to influence on peace summit participants - Latvian Prime Minister Silina According to Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa, Russia is threatening to use nuclear weapons to intimidate countries that will participate in the Global Peace Summit on Ukraine. This event is scheduled to take place in Switzerland on June 15-16. 1 257 5 World

У Білорусі проведуть перевірку носіїв ядерної зброї Belarusian troops begin unannounced "inspection" of non-strategic nuclear weapons carriers The Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus will conduct an extraordinary inspection of non-strategic nuclear weapons carriers. A division of the Iskander operational and tactical complex and a squadron of Su-25 aircraft will be subject to a snap check. 3 812 18 World

нато NATO on Russia’s nuclear threats: Alliance remains vigilant, such rhetoric is dangerous NATO reacts to Russia’s plans to conduct nuclear exercises. 1 177 11 Previously in trend: War

Координатор Ради нацбезпеки США зі стратегічних комунікацій Джон Кірбі Kirby: If Putin wants to protect Russian troops from being hit by Western weapons, he must withdraw them from Ukraine John Kirby, the US National Security Council’s Coordinator for Strategic Communications, said that if Russia wants to protect its troops from being hit by Western-made weapons, it should simply withdraw them from the territory of Ukraine. 4 979 24 World

більстрем Swedish Foreign Minister Bylström on Russia’s nuclear exercises: Russia’s behaviour should be considered particularly irresponsible and erroneous Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Bylström said that Russia’s nuclear exercises would not necessarily lead to an increased threat, but that such behaviour should be considered particularly irresponsible and mistaken. 1 636 21 Incidents

Путін дав наказ провести навчання по застосуванню ядерної зброї Putin orders to conduct military exercises on use of non-strategic nuclear weapons - Russian Defence Ministry Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has ordered an exercise to be held in the near future to practice the use of non-strategic nuclear weapons 8 508 51 War in Ukraine

сікорський,радослав There is no evidence that Putin is preparing to use nuclear weapons - Sikorski Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said that there is no evidence that Vladimir Putin is preparing to use nuclear weapons. Moreover, the Russian dictator cannot make such decisions alone. 2 861 47 Incidents

Самопроголошений президент Білорусі Олександр Лукашенко Dozens of Russian nuclear munitions deployed in Belarus - Lukashenko The self-proclaimed President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, said that "several dozen Russian nuclear weapons" are deployed in his country. All of Russia’s tactical nuclear weapons "should" remain in Belarus. 8 385 60 World

вибух,зброя,ядерна,ядерний Ukraine in list of countries with lowest level of fear of nuclear threat - survey Ukraine is among the countries with the lowest level of fear of nuclear threat. 3 609 16 War in Ukraine

макрон Macron to Putin: "It is inappropriate to threaten when we have nuclear weapons" French President Emmanuel Macron responded to Russian dictator Vladimir Putin’s "nuclear" threats. 36 535 191 World

зеленський,гроссі There are no prerequisites for Russia to use nuclear weapons - IAEA Director General Grossi IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi believes that there are currently no prerequisites for the use of nuclear weapons, despite the threats made by Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. 1 942 20 Previously in trend: War

Президент Фінляндії Александар Стубб Finland must have real nuclear deterrent - new President Stubb The new President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, after being sworn in today, March 1, said that NATO’s nuclear deterrent should be a realistic option for his country. 8 333 126 World

китай,мао,нін China’s Foreign Ministry on Putin’s threats: "There will be no winners in nuclear war" China called on all nuclear-armed countries to exercise restraint and adhere to the concept of common security. 6 184 29 Previously in trend: War

Речник Державного департаменту США Метью Міллер US State Department on Putin’s nuclear blackmail: We warned Russia of possible consequences President Putin’s statements about the possibility of using nuclear weapons are irresponsible rhetoric. 5 265 22 World

володимир,путін Putin calls US reports of Russian nuclear weapons in space as "fake news" Russian President Vladimir Putin says that US reports of Russia’s intention to deploy nuclear weapons in space are "fake news" aimed at drawing Russia into negotiations on its own terms. 1 406 6 Incidents

ракета,зброя,путін,ядерна Russia’s strategic nuclear forces are on full alert - Putin Russian dictator Vladimir Putin declared that the strategic nuclear forces of the Russian Federation are in a state of full readiness for guaranteed use. He also spoke about the development of new weapons that are used in the war against Ukraine, in particular about the "Peresvit" laser systems. 14 067 94 Previously in trend: War

путін Russia has updated nuclear weapons by almost 100% - Putin Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, in his congratulations on Defender of the Fatherland Day, said that the country had updated its nuclear weapons by almost 100% and had allegedly begun mass production of new "Zircon" hypersonic missiles. 16 863 103 Previously in trend: War

рф,зброя,ядерна Russia may use non-strategic nuclear weapons – IISS report Russia attaches increasing importance to nuclear weapons as a means of deterring and overcoming NATO. 16 569 38 War in Ukraine

лавров Lavrov said that it is West that threatens world with nuclear weapons Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov believes that Western countries, not Russian President Vladimir Putin, are threatening to use nuclear weapons. 5 057 30 World

зброя,росія,ядерна Russia deploys nuclear weapons in Belarus near NATO borders - WSJ Vladimir Putin’s nuclear move in Belarus is a reminder of what is at stake in Ukraine. 10 040 92 Previously in trend: War

йошка,фішер Europe should arm itself with its own nuclear weapons in order to deter Russia, - ex-head of German Foreign Ministry Joschka The main force that the European Union will face in the near future is Russia. Therefore, Europe should build up its defense potential, in particular in the field of nuclear weapons. 4 964 73 World

зброя,ядерна,тактична Russia is stockpiling tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus - Belaruski Hajun In September, the Russians transferred 2 echelons with more than 26 wagons loaded with tactical nuclear weapons components to Belarus. 4 557 23 World

боррель EU condemns Russia’s withdrawal of ratification of nuclear test ban treaty The European Union condemned Russia’s withdrawal of its ratification of the nuclear test ban treaty. 510 8 World

китай,зброя,ядерна China has dramatically increased number of nuclear warheads over past year, - Pentagon Over the past year, China has built about 100 nuclear warheads. According to the Pentagon, the pace of Beijing’s build-up of nuclear weapons exceeds previous US forecasts. 2 944 22 World

ракета,зброя,путін,ядерна State Duma of Russian Federation revoked ban on nuclear tests The State Duma of the Russian Federation adopted in the second and third readings the draft law on the withdrawal of ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty. 3 356 23 World

буревісник Russia may be preparing to test nuclear-powered Burevisnik cruise missile, - NYT. PHOTOS The Russian Federation is probably preparing or has already conducted tests of the experimental Burevestnik cruise missile. This is evidenced by satellite images. 12 937 56 War in Ukraine

буревісник Russia maybe preparing to test the Burevestnik nuclear-powered missile, - NYT Russia maybe preparing to test its Burevestnik intercontinental cruise missile, which can carry a nuclear warhead. 5 388 26 Tech

рф,зброя,ядерна UN Secretary General Guterres called for elimination of nuclear weapons UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for the elimination of nuclear weapons. The nuclear threat, he said, can be eliminated thanks to diplomacy. 3 018 53 Previously in trend: War

cnn US, Russia and China are building nuclear test sites, - CNN. PHOTOS Russia, China, and the United States have increased activity at nuclear test sites and are expanding them. 5 681 14 World

путін Putin will continue to threaten nuclear weapons in order to inflame instability in US and Europe, - Zelenskyy Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will continue to threaten the entire world with the use of nuclear weapons. Thus, he is trying to provoke instability in the US and Europe. 1 187 10 War in Ukraine

нііністе,саулі President of Finland Niiniste: "Risk of using nuclear weapons is huge" Finnish President Saule Niiniste considers the risk of using nuclear weapons in Ukraine to be huge. 9 364 94 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War