International Security, Law & Diplomacy @SAISHopkins & @FPI_SAIS. Former Counselor, OSD Policy; DoD Special Counsel, Intl Aff. Own views;RT/like/link≠endorse.
Jan 16, 2019 • 8 tweets • 3 min read
While Russia needs to be held accountable, withdrawal from the #INFTreaty will have significant consequences for international security and geopolitics.
The full implications of taking this step at this time ought to be fully considered, including with Congress, beforehand.
The #INF Treaty covers ground-launched, intermediate-range missiles.
With its large territory in the middle of Eurasian landmass, such missiles let #Russia range targets throughout #Europe, #MiddleEast and #Asia.
For example, here's the coverage of SS-20s Moscow deployed in 1986:
