Archive · 6 Nov 2025
Putin Orders Russia to Prepare for Nuclear Test, Citing US Actions
Imagine countries have a rule not to set off big, powerful nuclear bombs.
The leader of America, President Trump, hinted that the U.S. might start testing these bombs again.
The leader of Russia, President Putin, said Russia has been following the rule and hasn't tested in a long time.
But, because America might test, Putin told his government to get ready and figure out how Russia could start testing too, but only if America tests first.
Russia has a lot of nuclear weapons and hasn't tested since 1990.
The U.S. also has many nuclear weapons and hasn't tested since 1992.
Recently, Russia tested some new weapons that are powered by nuclear energy.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered officials to draft proposals for potential nuclear weapons tests.
Putin stated Russia will only resume nuclear tests if the US does so first.
This directive follows statements by US President Donald Trump indicating the US might restart its nuclear testing program.
Russia last conducted a nuclear test on October 24, 1990.
Recently, Russia tested a nuclear-powered cruise missile and other nuclear-related systems.
- Who
- Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump
- What
- Russian President Putin ordered officials to prepare proposals for potential nuclear weapons tests.
- When
- Wednesday, following statements made by President Trump the previous week.
- Where
- During a Security Council meeting in Moscow.
- Why
- In response to US President Trump's suggestion that the US might resume nuclear testing, and to be prepared if the US does.
Russia's Stance
United States' Stance
Nuclear Test Resumption
Russia's Stance
Russia will only restart nuclear tests if the U.S. does so first. President Putin has instructed officials to prepare proposals for potential nuclear weapons tests after analyzing U.S. intentions.
United States' Stance
President Trump indicated the U.S. would resume nuclear testing, suggesting it would be on an 'equal basis' with other nations. However, U.S. Energy Secretary later clarified that new system tests would not involve nuclear explosions.
- Russian President's Directive
- Vladimir Putin ordered officials to prepare proposals for potential nuclear weapons tests.
- Trigger for Directive
- Statements made by US President Donald Trump suggesting the US might resume nuclear testing.
- Russia's Condition for Testing
- Russia will only restart nuclear tests if the US does so first.
- Last Russian Nuclear Test
- October 24, 1990, before the fall of the Soviet Union.
- US Stance on Testing
- President Trump suggested resumption; Energy Secretary clarified new system tests would not involve nuclear explosions.
- Recent Russian Military Activity
- Tested a nuclear-powered cruise missile, held nuclear launch drills, and tested a nuclear-powered super-torpedo.
Sources
Secret Blasts Or Strategic Bluff? Pakistan-US Nuclear Test Row Deepens
Russia to restart nuclear testing? Putin says if Trump...
US Air Force Test-Launches Minuteman III ICBM Amid Trump’s Call To Restart Nuclear Testing
Putin Orders Proposals On Resumption Of Nuclear Testing
Putin orders top Russian officials to draft proposals for possible test of nuclear weapons
Putin orders review for possible nuclear tests after Trump hints at US resumption - Telegraph India
