US Considers Expanding Nuclear Arsenal Amid Rising Global Threats

Senior officials cite rapid nuclear advancements by Russia, China, and North Korea as driving factors.

The US may deploy more strategic nuclear weapons to counter expanding arsenals of adversaries.
Russia, China, and North Korea are rapidly increasing and diversifying their nuclear capabilities.
Efforts to engage Russia and China in arms control talks have been repeatedly rebuffed.
The Biden administration remains committed to arms control but warns of necessary adjustments.
Modernization of the US nuclear arsenal is underway to maintain deterrence and stability.