Satellite images hint China's revival of nuclear tests at the Lop Nur base, sparking global concerns amid US tensions. Analysts fear upgrades may escalate arms race. Despite China's dismissal, experts cite vigilance towards US, Russian arsenals. Potential surge in nuclear warheads predicted by 2035. Amid India-China disputes, tensions rise along the Line of Actual Control, highlighting ongoing military confrontations
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00:00 One big thing that every geopolitical expert saw after the start of the Ukraine war was watching the START treaty come crashing down,
00:09 opening the doors for Russia's nuclear test revival.
00:12 But wait, now there is more.
00:14 It seems that Russia's bold actions has inspired its ally China to join the boldness brigade.
00:20 Recent reports suggest that China might be gearing up for some nuclear tests raising alarms globally,
00:26 amid diplomatic tensions with the US satellite images are now revealing intense activities at China's old Lubnur base,
00:33 hinting at a potential preparation for advanced nuclear weaponry.
00:37 The site, once used for China's first atomic test bomb, has now witnessed significant upgrades including a deep vertical shaft
00:43 and reactivated underground tunnels previously utilized for nuclear testing.
00:47 Additional roads surrounding the area further indicate ongoing developments.
00:51 Expert fear this signals a comprehensive modernization of China's nuclear infrastructure,
00:56 potentially triggering a fresh phase of global nuclear competition and escalating military arsenals.
01:02 This revelation has arrived at a sensitive juncture in US-China relations, impacting ongoing military discussions.
01:09 Just two days ago, both the US and China held their first virtual military high-level talks, and now this development has come up.
01:16 Analysts believe that this development could expedite China's quest for sophisticated nuclear arms to bolster its expanding arsenal.
01:23 Although China is dismissing all sorts of claims, terming them baseless and irresponsible,
01:28 while experts highlight China's vigilance toward the US and Russian nuclear capabilities.
01:33 Concerns persist over China's possible acceleration in response to recent remarks by Russian President Vladimir Putin and escalated US rhetoric.
01:41 Experts are also speculating that China aims to prepare for worst-case scenarios,
01:45 emphasizing the necessity to remain on par with global nuclear capabilities.
01:49 Pentagon estimates suggest a potential surge in China's nuclear warheads by 2035,
01:54 a significant increase from its long-standing minimum deterrence policy.
01:58 Also, this development occurs amid heightened tension between India and China along the actual line of control.
02:05 Previous clashes, including a violent confrontation resulting in casualties,
02:09 are the ongoing disputes between the Indian Army and China's PLA.
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