05/19/2009
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"The Obama administration has provided briefings to, and discussed U.S. missile defense policy, plans, and programs with the Russian government."
"New START was created with a view to maintain flexibility by allowing each party to determine for itself how to structure its strategic nuclear forces within the treaty's limits."
"There has been no quid pro quo with the Russian Government on the issue of sanctions."
"This administration has made clear that the United States will maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear arsenal."