Although Russia is finally prepared to agree to America's New START renewal terms, Russia is continuing to hold nuclear-powered missile tests, despite that new weapons would mean the Russian nuclear stockpile likely surpasses 1550 warheads. This implies that Russia doesn't have complete faith in the deal, and is making myriad preparations in advance in case the New START renewal falls through.
As Germany celebrates the 30th anniversary of its reunification, RT News mourns over the partnership that could've been. In addition to blaming Americas desire for "domination over lucrative partnership," the article also emphasizes the souring relations between the US and Germany through statements from German diplomat Frank Elbe. America's disapproval of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline project is among the most visible divides between Germany and Russia, and the US, according to the article. Aside from these facts though, the general theme of the article seems to be passing blatant criticism of US Foreign Policy as objective news through the lens of a German holiday.
