U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin as they meet to negotiate for an end to the war in Ukraine, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, on Aug. 15, 2025. Kevin Lamarque/Reuters
President Donald Trump said on Oct. 30 that the United States and Russia are engaged in discussions on nuclear de-escalation, describing the talks as part of a broader effort to curb global nuclear risks.
Aboard Air Force One upon his return to Washington after touring Asia, Trump was asked by reporters whether his decision to order the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing after a three-decade moratorium could contribute to a more dangerous international environment.
