Russia wants U.S. nuclear weapons and missiles systems “eliminated” from Europe, Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev said Tuesday, escalating a roiling controversy over Russian violations of a landmark arms control treaty. Washingtonexaminer.com North Korea's offer to dismantle its Yongbyon nuclear facility should not persuade the United States to lift sanctions, nuclear experts say. Even without the showcase installation, the country can produce two to three nuclear weapons a year in other facilities, they say. Voanews.com Can Minnesota talk about new nuclear power while there’s still a ban? Blogs.mprnews.org Nuclear regulators extend Seabrook plant’s license to 2050. Bostonglobe.com
