Russia Explores Options for Potential Nuclear Test, Says Foreign Minister Lavrov

Russia is considering a potential nuclear test as Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov confirms the governments compliance with President Vladimir Putins directives, escalating tensions with the United States.

• Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced that Russia is developing proposals for a potential nuclear weapons testing following an instruction from President Vladimir Putin during a Security Council meeting on November 5.
• The discussions around nuclear weapons testing come amid heightened tensions between Russia and the United States, raising concerns about global security and the risk of nuclear escalation.
• Lavrovs comments suggest that Russia is taking proactive steps in its nuclear strategy, which could have significant implications for international relations, particularly regarding Donald Trump and his administrations stance on arms control.