As the newspaper writes, at the same time, Biden excludes a "reset" of relations with Russia

“In working with Russia, we will also strive to hold it accountable for the reckless and aggressive behavior that we have observed in recent months and years,” the source said.

He added that START is in the national security interests of the United States and makes even more sense when relations with Russia are "confrontational"

Earlier, Anthony Blinken, who holds the post of US Secretary of State, spoke about the possibility of extending START III.

He noted that this issue will be resolved "almost immediately after Joseph Biden takes over as president."

The Russian Foreign Ministry said that Russia is in favor of extending the treaty.

The deadline for contract renewal expires on February 5th.