Russia Continues to Notify the US of Ballistic Missile Launches

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov indicated today, Thursday, that Moscow will continue to notify the United States of any intercontinental ballistic missile launches or submarine launches, despite the suspension of the last remaining nuclear arms control treaty between the two countries, according to Interfax news agency. Interfax reported Ryabkov stating that Russia has pledged to adhere to the number of nuclear warheads despite the suspension of the treaty and will continue to implement the 1988 agreement on missile launch notification exchanges. Additionally, Russia pointed out yesterday, Wednesday, that it has begun drills with Yars intercontinental ballistic missile systems and several thousand soldiers.