U.S.-Russian Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty of 1991 (START) is set to expire in December 2009 and the Obama administration intends to negotiate a START renewal treaty before then.

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Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft (GARC) from Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron 3 (USVRON 3) operate remotely in San Diego Bay on May 15, 2024, ahead of the unit’s establishment ceremony. (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire M. DuBois)