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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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зброя,ядерна Kazakhstan has called on world to get rid of nuclear weapons by 2045 Kazakhstan calls on the world to develop a phased plan to phase out nuclear weapons. 5 918 44 World

данілов Ukraine is ready for Russia's use of nuclear weapons, - Danilov Ukraine is ready for any scenario. 42 665 206 Previously in trend: War

путін We will use nuclear weapons if necessary to defend our sovereignty, - Putin Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia does not threaten the world with nuclear weapons, but is ready to use them in case of a "threat to sovereignty". 38 229 186 World

рф,зброя,ядерна Risk of nuclear weapons in world has reached its highest level since Cold War, - SIPRI To date, the risk of nuclear weapons in the world has reached its highest level since the Cold War. 5 369 37 Incidents

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Putin is afraid to strike nuclear blows, it needs to be reported to our foreign friends, - adviser to head of Ministry of Internal Affairs Denysenko Adviser to the Interior Minister Vadym Denysenko believes that Putin will never launch a nuclear missile in his life. 4 253 34 Previously in trend: War

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менендес Putin may use nuclear weapons to "save face" - US Senator Menendez Continuing Ukraine's military successes could increase the chances that Russian President Vladimir Putin may resort to the use of nuclear weapons. 18 457 63 Previously in trend: War

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рф,зброя,ядерна U.S. sees no threat of Russia using nuclear weapons - Reuters The United States does not believe in the threat of Russia using nuclear weapons. 10 220 46 Previously in trend: War

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зброя,ядерна Lavrov on possibility of Russia's use of nuclear weapons in Ukraine: at this stage, we are considering option of conventional weapons Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov commented on the possibility of using nuclear weapons by Russian troops in Ukraine. 19 678 71 Previously in trend: War

зброя,ядерна Zelenskyi: Russia's use of nuclear weapons concerns whole world The whole world should be concerned about the possibility of Russia's use of nuclear weapons in the war against Ukraine. 6 048 10 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

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зброя,ядерна Foreign and Ukrainian intelligence does not confirm Russia's intention to use nuclear weapons. This is Russia's last trump card, Defense Ministry Ukrainian intelligence and foreign intelligence have no information that Russia intends to use weapons of mass destruction, including nuclear weapons, against Ukraine. 9 328 39 Previously in trend: War

зброя,ядерна Russia threatening Baltics with nuclear weapons through NATO enlargement If Sweden and Finland join NATO, Russia could withdraw nuclear weapons from the Baltic. In particular, ships with appropriate missiles. 23 554 63 World

зброя,ядерна Putin won't order to press nuclear button because he knows: this order simply won't be carried out, - Grozev The president of the aggressor country, Vladimir Putin, is well aware that his order to press the nuclear button will simply not be carried out. 30 121 101 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

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NATO chief says Kremlin increasingly prepared to use nuclear weapons NATO chief says Kremlin increasingly prepared to use nuclear weapons NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg insists on decisive action of the Alliance members against Russia stressing that it is critical to show Moscow that its actions in Crimea, cyberattacks, or violations of international laws will not be tolerated. 25 030 90 Incidents

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трамп US ready to defend itself with diplomatic, conventional, and nuclear possibilities, - Trump Any threat to the United States or its allies will cause a massive military response, Defense Secretary Mattis added. 35 789 128 World

армия учения кндр North Korea fired unidentified ballistic missile North Korea fired an unidentified ballistic missile from Pukchang area, according to the South Korean military's Joint Chiefs of Staff. 27 704 58 World

US willing to engage militarily against North Korea, - State Secretary Tillerson at special UN meeting U.S.Secretary of State Rex Tillerson called on nations Friday to fully enforce existing sanctions on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. 36 621 161 World

Russian General Staff claims US capable of carrying out covert nuclear missile strike against Russia Senior Officials of the Russian General Staff believe that capabilities of the U.S. Armed Forces allow intercepting Russian ballistic missiles, which capabilities will only grow in the future. 100 493 169 Incidents

UK to launch pre-emptive nuclear strike in 'most extreme circumstances,' Defense Secretary Fallon says British Armed Forces may use nuclear weapons as a first strike in the most extreme circumstances. 34 632 142 World

US ready to strike North Korean nuclear sites, - The Times The United States could “utterly destroy” the key North Korean targets using conventional weapons. 98 510 341 World

North Korea-US conflict could break out at any moment, - China Minister China Foreign Minister Wang Yi has warned that "conflict could break out at any moment" as tension over North Korea increases. 43 756 245 Previously in trend: War