Kremlin “New START” statement: Our goal is to maintain nuclear equivalence

Kremlin spokesman Peskov, in a statement to the Russian state-backed channel RT, assessed suspending Russia’s participation in the New START with the United States, which is aimed at curtailing its intercontinental nuclear ballistic missile capabilities.

Emphasizing that Russia did not withdraw from the New START agreement, Peskov said: “Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized that Russia did not withdraw from the agreement, but rather suspended it.” saying.

Noting that the conditions of control that the US and other countries within the scope of the treaty insist on are unacceptable, Peskov said: “The conditions in question are not possible in the current conflict environment, where NATO is also increasingly more involved. Furthermore, NATO claimed to be party to the treaty.” he said.

Stating that Russia has to consider the nuclear capabilities of other countries, Peskov said: “We must also take into account the nuclear capabilities of Germany and France, which is also very important. The primary purpose of our President and our country is to ensure that this nuclear balance continues.” he used his statements. (AA)