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Trump Pushes for Nuclear Arms Control as Global Proliferation Concerns Grow

President Trump highlights nuclear weapons as the greatest threat to humanity, urging talks with Russia, China, and Iran to curb stockpiles and spending.

  • President Trump described nuclear weapons as 'the greatest existential threat' and criticized the immense spending on their development and maintenance.
  • He called for renewed arms control negotiations with Russia and China, emphasizing the need to reduce military budgets and nuclear stockpiles.
  • Trump warned that allies like Poland and South Korea might pursue their own nuclear programs due to declining confidence in U.S. defense commitments.
  • The president revealed a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader, proposing nuclear negotiations while cautioning about potential military action if talks fail.
  • Experts expressed concerns about a potential new era of nuclear proliferation, as the U.S., Russia, and China face challenges in reaching arms control agreements.
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