What happened: The key nuclear arms control treaty between the US and Russia has expired, ending formal limits on their nuclear weapons. This development marks a shift towards a world without established nuclear arms control agreements.
Why it matters:
- It increases the risk of a renewed nuclear arms race between major powers.
- Global security and diplomatic efforts to limit nuclear weapons are undermined.
MNN Take: With the treaty's expiry, both countries no longer have binding restrictions on nuclear arms, potentially leading to increased stockpiling and heightened international tensions.
Sources: Sky News (Breaking)