US Alleges Chinese Nuclear Test, Urges Disarmament Push

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CNBC TV18•24-02-2026, 14:25
US Alleges Chinese Nuclear Test, Urges Disarmament Push
- •US official Christopher Yeaw revealed declassified details of a 2020 Chinese underground nuclear test at Lop Nur.
- •Yeaw urged nations to press China and Russia on nuclear disarmament, citing China's 'unprecedented' arsenal buildup.
- •The US claims China's nuclear weapons stockpile increased from low 200s to over 600 since 2020, potentially reaching 1,000 by 2030.
- •China denies the allegations, calling them 'unfounded' and a pretext for US nuclear testing resumption.
- •The US seeks international support to encourage China and Russia to engage in multilateral disarmament processes.
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