Russia says it will stick to limits of expired nuclear treaty if US does

Following the expiration of the New START treaty earlier this month, Russia announced it will adhere to the treaty's nuclear weapons limits as long as the United States does the same. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated this to parliament on Wednesday, walking back earlier comments that Russia no longer considered itself bound by the treaty. Lavrov expressed belief that the US would continue to respect the limits, though he did not explain why. The New START agreement, between Russia and the US, was the last remaining arms control treaty between the two countries, and its expiration raised concerns about a potential arms race. Russia has indicated interest in a new arms control agreement, while the US is pushing for China's inclusion in any future talks.

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