In a surprising move, Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing, claiming it is necessary to compete with rivals such as China and Russia. The U.S. Energy Secretary clarified that while testing may commence, it will not involve nuclear explosions. Meanwhile, China has denied allegations of nuclear testing and urged the U.S. to maintain a global stability moratorium. Experts and activists are raising alarms about the potential for a new nuclear arms race and the environmental and health risks associated with nuclear testing. Trump’s controversial claims include accusations of secret nuclear tests by Russia and Pakistan, which have further fueled fears of escalating tensions surrounding nuclear warfare.