DISSUASION
Nuclear deterrence is the existential threat, not the nuclear ban treatyNuclear deterrence is the existential threat, not the nuclear ban treaty
thebulletin.org - 22 jan.

In response to an article that criticized the nuclear ban treaty, a group of activists argue that a process to abolish nuclear weapons is vital to world safety. From scholarly analyses to known close calls and near mi...

NATO Chiefs of Defence discuss deterrence and defence prioritiesNATO Chiefs of Defence discuss deterrence and defence priorities
nato.int - 18 jan.

From 17 to 18 January 2024, the NATO Military Committee in Chiefs of Defence Session took place at NATO Headquarters in Brussels. The 31 Allied Chiefs of Defence and Invitee Sweden focused on the executability the All...

Three Dangerous Cold War Myths About Nuclear PolicyThree Dangerous Cold War Myths About Nuclear Policy
nationalinterest.org - 23 jan.

If flawed historical analogies are employed to shape nuclear policy, Washington’s unilateral restraint could actually weaken deterrence.

Chinese Nuclear Forces, 2024: A “Significant Expansion” - Federation of American ScientistsChinese Nuclear Forces, 2024: A “Significant Expansion” - Federation of American Scientists
fas.org - 16 jan.

Analyzing and estimating China’s nuclear forces is challenging, particularly given the relative lack of state-originating data and the tight control of messaging surrounding the country’s nuclear arsenal and doctrine.

PROLIFÉRATION
North Korea’s ballistic-missiles transfer to Russia: operational constraints thwart objectivesNorth Korea’s ballistic-missiles transfer to Russia: operational constraints thwart objectives
iiss.org - 17 jan.

US officials claim that Russia has used North Korean ballistic missiles in Ukraine. While the delivery is evidence of the growing military relations between Moscow and Pyongyang, underlying issues with Russia’s abilit...

North Korea tests underwater nuclear drone system in response to US drills: KCNANorth Korea tests underwater nuclear drone system in response to US drills: KCNA
nknews.org - 19 jan.

The North Korean military conducted a test of its “Haeil” underwater nuclear drone system in response to joint military drills by the U.S., Japan and South Korea, according to DPRK state media on Friday. “The Underwat...

North Korea says it tested new cruise missileNorth Korea says it tested new cruise missile
nknews.org - 24 jan.

This is a developing news story. Please check back for updates. North Korea tested a new type of cruise missile called the “Pulhwasal-3-31,” according to state media on Thursday. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (J...

Long-range Strike Capabilities in the Asia-Pacific: Implications for Regional StabilityLong-range Strike Capabilities in the Asia-Pacific: Implications for Regional Stability
iiss.org - 18 jan.

This new report examines the existing and planned capabilities of some of the most significant players in the region, along with national drivers and doctrines. It also analyses the second-order implications for the U...

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