UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed concern over the end of the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty between the US and Russia, calling it a critical moment for global peace and security. The treaty, which limits the nuclear capabilities of both nations, expired recently, raising fears of increased nuclear risks. Guterres emphasized the historical importance of arms control agreements in preventing catastrophic events during the Cold War era.
The expiration of New START has left the world without enforceable restrictions on the strategic nuclear arsenals of the US and Russia, the primary holders of nuclear weapons globally. Guterres highlighted the positive impact of past arms control efforts in enhancing global security and reducing the threat of nuclear conflict. He stressed the urgent need for both countries to engage in dialogue and establish a new framework to address current security challenges.
Guterres called on the leaders of the US and Russia to prioritize arms control negotiations and work towards a new agreement that ensures verifiable limits on nuclear weapons, minimizes risks, and strengthens international security. He underscored the potential dangers of unchecked nuclear proliferation in the current geopolitical landscape and urged swift action to prevent a destabilizing arms race. The world awaits concrete steps from both nations to uphold global security and stability in the face of escalating nuclear threats.
