U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that Russia and China are secretly conducting nuclear weapons tests while denying it publicly. He also boasted that the United States possesses enough nuclear weapons to destroy the world 150 times over.
Trump made these remarks during an interview with CBS News’ popular program 60 Minutes, which was later reported by various international media outlets.
Trump said North Korea is not the only country conducting nuclear tests — “Russia and China are doing it too, they just don’t talk about it.” He further asserted that the U.S. has unmatched nuclear power: Russia ranks second, while China is still behind but could reach parity within the next five years.
The U.S. president argued that building nuclear weapons without testing them is unrealistic, saying, “If you make a weapon but don’t test it, how will you know if it works?” He had recently ordered the resumption of nuclear testing after a gap of more than 30 years, a move that stirred debate both domestically and abroad.
Trump’s remarks have drawn mixed reactions internationally. Neither Russia nor China has publicly admitted to any ongoing nuclear tests. Moreover, his boastful comment — “We have enough nuclear weapons to blow up the world 150 times” — has sparked controversy and concern among global observers.
Analysts warn that such rhetoric could further inflame nuclear competition and tension among major powers. The global community continues to watch closely to see how Trump’s comments and policy positions might influence future security and diplomatic relations.