Keywords: Deterrence


Russia accuses the United States, France and Britain of weakening the global nuclear non-proliferation system

Russia has accused the United States, France and the United Kingdom of undermining the global nuclear non-proliferation framework, arguing that the policies of the three Western nuclear powers are contributing to growing international instability. Gennady Gatilov, Russia's permanent representative......

International campaign warns of rising nuclear arms race risks as non-nuclear states eye atomic capabilities

The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) has issued a stern warning that mounting calls within non-nuclear nations to acquire atomic arsenals are severely threatening the global non-proliferation framework and fueling international alarm. Speaking to international media, ICAN policy......

U.S. Immigration Fines Surpass $84B for Non-Voluntary Departures

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reported that it has imposed more than $84 billion in immigration-related fines on non-citizens living in the United States without legal status who refuse to depart voluntarily. The department said the measure has been applied since the start of 2025,......

Japan calls for nuclear weapons debate as regional security pressures intensify

Japan's defense policy has entered a new phase of public discussion after Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi argued that the country should openly debate issues related to nuclear weapons amid an increasingly complex regional security landscape. Speaking during an online program, Koizumi said Japan......

China’s submarine missile test signals growing confidence in Sea-absed nuclear deterrence

China's recent submarine-launched ballistic missile test over the South Pacific is being viewed by defence analysts as a significant milestone in Beijing's efforts to strengthen the operational credibility of its sea-based nuclear deterrent. Beyond demonstrating missile performance, the exercise......

Kim Jong-un places naval expansion at the center of North Korea’s defense strategy

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has reaffirmed the strategic importance of strengthening his country's naval forces, describing the development of a powerful navy as a central objective of North Korea's long-term defense policy. According to state media, Kim recently inspected the destroyer......

Taiwan urged to invest smarter in defence, senior U.S. diplomat says

Taiwan should focus not only on increasing defence spending but also on investing more effectively in military capabilities, according to a senior U.S. diplomat in Taipei. The comments come as the island continues efforts to strengthen its security in response to growing pressure from China. Speaking......

South Korea announces plan to build nuclear-powered submarine domestically within a decade

South Korea has announced plans to develop and construct its first nuclear-powered submarine domestically, with the goal of launching it in the mid-2030s, according to the Ministry of National Defense. The project is part of Seoul’s broader strategy to strengthen its military deterrence capabilities......

Russia’s use of the Oreshnik missile in Ukraine described as a “Deterrence Tactic” by the EU

European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has stated that Russia’s recent large-scale strikes on Ukraine, including the reported use of the Oreshnik ballistic missile, represent a deliberate strategy of intimidation rather than a military necessity. Speaking after renewed attacks on Ukrainian......