Russia says nuclear weapons are key to preventing global war
Russia has said nuclear weapons remain the main shield against a possible global war. The comment came from the Kremlin amid growing concerns about global insecurity and a new arms race. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the world’s security system is weakening and that nuclear deterrence is now the only thing preventing a wider war. Speaking in Moscow at a foreign policy forum, Peskov said the current international situation is becoming more unstable. He said nuclear weapons are still the strongest guarantee against a global conflict, even though they do not stop regional wars. His remarks come as tension remains high between Russia and the West. The last nuclear arms control treaty between Russia and the United States expired in February, leaving no replacement agreement in place. Russia has repeatedly defended its nuclear policy as a way to protect national […]