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Return of the nuclear specter: between threats, deployments, and silences

Geopolitical tensions between major powers are rising alarmingly, accompanied by renewed emphasis on nuclear deterrence. In this climate of growing rivalry, The Washington Post published a detailed report on the current state of the world’s nuclear arsenals, their geographic distribution, and the......

Eighty years after Hiroshima, Japan urges the world to renounce nuclear weapons

On August 6, 2025, Japan commemorates the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, with a record number of international representatives expected to attend a solemn ceremony calling for global nuclear disarmament. At 8:15 a.m. on August 6, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on......

UK to acquire fighter jets equipped for tactical nuclear weapons

The United Kingdom announced plans to purchase twelve F-35A fighter jets capable of deploying tactical nuclear weapons, marking the largest expansion of its nuclear deterrent in decades. This acquisition will enable the British Air Force to carry nuclear arms for the first time since the Cold War’s......

Russia warns US nuclear strike on Iran would be catastrophic

Russia has issued a stark warning against any potential use of tactical nuclear weapons by the United States in Iran, describing such a move as disastrous. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on recent speculation surrounding this possibility, labeling it as deeply concerning. Peskov's remarks......

Israel and Iran intensify aerial strikes as Europe pushes for diplomatic breakthrough

As the second week of intense aerial conflict unfolds between Israel and Iran, European diplomatic efforts have intensified in hopes of drawing Tehran back to the negotiating table. This comes amid rising casualties and an uncertain stance from the United States, whose President Donald Trump has said......

Morocco advocates for global nuclear disarmament and security assurances

Morocco has emphasized the critical importance of negative security assurances (NSAs) in the international nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation framework. Ambassador Omar Zniber, Morocco's Permanent Representative to the UN Office in Geneva, articulated this position during a meeting of the......

North Korea rejects US, South Korea, and Japan's denuclearization effort

North Korea has vehemently rejected the recent denuclearization commitment made by the United States, South Korea, and Japan, stating that it will continue strengthening its nuclear capabilities. This condemnation follows a joint statement issued after talks between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio,......

Global catastrophe risk heightens: The Doomsday Clock moves to 89 seconds

The Doomsday Clock has been moved forward by one second, now standing at 89 seconds before midnight, indicating an increased risk of global disaster. This shift marks the first change in three years, reflecting ongoing threats from nuclear weapons, climate change, bioweapons, pandemics, and disruptive......

 Inside Russia’s Nuclear Forces A Former Officer Reveals Secrets from the Frontline

When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the world watched with bated breath as the war unfolded. But for those stationed in Russia's top-secret military facilities, the day marked a shift in the scale of military readiness. Anton, a former officer in the Russian......