Trump Announces Return of US Nuclear Weapons Testing After Over 30 Years
Former US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will restart nuclear weapons testing for the first time since 1992. Trump said this step is necessary because he believes Russia and China are rapidly improving their nuclear weapons. He stated that for the US to remain strong and safe, it must also update and test its own weapons.
Trump made this statement online before his planned meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea. He also said that the United States currently has the largest stock of nuclear weapons in the world, followed closely by Russia, while China is still developing its arsenal. According to him, stopping nuclear testing for over 30 years has placed America at a disadvantage.
The last time the United States carried out a nuclear test was in 1992, when President George H.W. Bush ended the program after the Cold War. Since then, the US has relied on simulations and laboratory research to maintain its nuclear strength. Trump’s announcement marks a major shift away from the long-standing policy of avoiding real nuclear explosions.
Trump did not provide details on where the new tests will take place or how soon they will begin. He simply said the testing would start “immediately,” raising concern among international leaders and nuclear safety experts. Many fear that restarting nuclear testing could anger other world powers and increase global tensions.
The announcement came shortly after Trump accused Russia of testing a nuclear-powered missile that he described as having “unlimited range.” Russia recently claimed to have tested two new strategic weapons that can carry nuclear warheads, although they did not detonate any nuclear material during those tests. Trump said this proves that Russia is preparing for future military dominance.
Trump also claimed that China is quietly expanding its nuclear program. He stated that China has been investing heavily in new technology and long-distance missile systems. According to him, China’s goal is to become a nuclear power equal to or stronger than the United States in the future.
Critics argue that restarting nuclear testing could lead to an international arms race. They worry that other countries might respond by developing or testing their own nuclear weapons, increasing the risk of global conflict. Supporters of the decision, however, say the US must maintain military strength to protect itself and its allies.
For now, world leaders and analysts are waiting to see how Russia, China, and global security organizations will react to Trump’s announcement. The return of US nuclear weapons testing could shape global military and diplomatic relations for many years to come.
