New documents reveal that the United States defended its plans to resume nuclear testing during a meeting of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) on November 10 in Vienna. The U.S. cited concerns that Russia and China have violated zero-yield moratoria and noted North Korea"s six nuclear tests as justification for its position.
The U.S. stated that it would begin nuclear testing "immediately" and transparently if necessary. This announcement comes amid ongoing tensions regarding nuclear capabilities among global powers.
For further context on related international security issues, see recent developments regarding U.S. naval capabilities.
