Mon Oct 21 12:18:32 UTC 2024: President Joe Biden announced the U.S. is willing to negotiate with Russia, China, and North Korea to reduce nuclear threats, highlighting the importance of addressing these risks amid geopolitical tensions. This statement came during his remarks congratulating the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize winners, the Nihon Hidankyo, a group advocating for nuclear disarmament. Biden emphasized that there is no benefit in delaying progress on nuclear disarmament. Meanwhile, Russia has escalated nuclear rhetoric, justifying updates to its doctrine amid concerns over military aid to Ukraine. NATO’s Jens Stoltenberg asserted that such threats should not prevent support for Ukraine, indicating a continued commitment despite Russia’s claims.