The last major nuclear arms control treaty between the U.S. and Russia expired yesterday, leaving diplomats scrambling as UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns of a 'new era of instability.' With tensions already high over recent conflicts, the 2026 security landscape just got more unpredictable. 💥
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated Russia is 'ready for dialogue,' but U.S. demands complicate talks: Former President Donald Trump insists any new deal must include China – a sticking point Beijing has repeatedly dismissed. 🚨
This treaty, active since 2011, capped deployed nuclear warheads at 1,550 for both nations. Its expiration removes verification systems like satellite monitoring and on-site inspections – tools experts say prevented misunderstandings during crises.
What's next? Analysts suggest three paths:
🕊️ Renewed negotiations with updated terms
🌐 Multilateral talks involving nuclear states like the DPRK
⚠️ Unchecked escalation risking a new arms race
As Gen Z activists flood social media with #NoNukes trending posts, global leaders face mounting pressure to act. Stay tuned as we track this developing story.
