Lawmakers Push for Renewal of U.S.-Russia Nuclear Arms Pact

Democratic lawmakers are urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to work with Congress to renew the U.S.-Russia nuclear weapons pact, New START, set to expire in 2026. They emphasize the importance of arms control even amidst tensions with Russia over Ukraine.

Dozens of Democratic lawmakers have called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to collaborate with Congress in renewing the U.S.-Russia nuclear weapons pact, New START, before it expires in 2026.

The appeal comes despite heightened tensions with Russia, stressing the need for arms control to prevent nuclear conflict.

A meeting between U.S. and Russian officials in Riyadh discussed ending the Ukraine war, with further talks planned.