Trump Might Pull U.S. Out Of International Surveillance Treaty

The Open Skies Treaty, signed in 1992 and effective from 2002, allows unarmed aerial surveillance among 34 member states, including the US, Canada, Russia, and most of Europe, to promote transparency. However, compliance issues have arisen, particularly with Russia. The US administration plans to withdraw from the treaty, sparking mixed reactions in Congress. Some lawmakers argue that Russia has violated the treaty, while others believe it provides valuable intelligence access. The withdrawal is seen by some as a reckless move that could benefit Russia.

What is the primary purpose of the Open Skies Treaty?

• To gather intelligence on military activities

• To promote openness and transparency among member states

• To restrict aerial surveillance over certain regions

• To allow armed aerial flights over member countries

Which country has been accused of restricting surveillance flights under the Open Skies Treaty?

• Russia

• United States

• Canada

• Germany

What has been a major complaint by the US regarding Russia's compliance with the treaty?

• Russia has been conducting armed flights

• Russia has been using the treaty for intelligence gathering

• Russia has not been sharing all gathered images

• Russia has been flying over non-member countries

Which US Senator supports leaving the Open Skies Treaty due to Russia's alleged violations?

• Don Bacon

• Eliot Engel

• Tom Cotton

• Nancy Pelosi

What is the concern of Representative Eliot Engel regarding the US withdrawal from the treaty?

• It would benefit Russia and be a reckless action

• It would increase transparency among member states

• It would strengthen US-Russia relations

• It would lead to more surveillance flights