Kremlin says US-Russia arms talks should have resumed yesterday
The Kremlin stated that negotiations on arms control with the United States are long overdue and should have started immediately, emphasizing the need for detailed expert talks.
During a press briefing in Moscow, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said arms control discussions between Russia and the United States are overdue and should have been resumed "yesterday," highlighting the intricate nature of the issue. He stressed that any future talks will demand lengthy, meticulous negotiations among experts. Russia continues to express a desire to rebuild its deteriorated ties with Washington, but disagreements over the conflict in Ukraine have so far prevented a meaningful reset.
Peskov also addressed President Donald Trump's call for a three-way arms control framework involving the United States, Russia, and China, noting that China has consistently indicated it will not participate, arguing its nuclear forces are far smaller than those of Russia and the United States. The Kremlin therefore sees no immediate prospect for a trilateral arrangement. The remarks underline the diplomatic challenges facing any revival of strategic stability talks.
Why it matters
Renewed US-Russia arms talks could affect global nuclear stability and diplomatic relations.
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