

How Would Nuclear War Affect Climate?
A scientific dispute: Some researchers at the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission doubt that nuclear war would have a massive impact on the climate, while other universities and civil institutions emphasize a drastic global cooling effect (nuclear winter) – combined with long-term pressure on food supplies and ecosystems.
What Wargames Reveal About Expanding the U.S. Nuclear Arsenal
This article analyzes military war games to show the strategic assumptions and risks associated with expanding the US nuclear arsenal, particularly with regard to escalation dynamics and costs versus benefits.
The Deal That Trump Can Secure With Russia
Daryl G. Kimball analyzes potential progress in arms control between the US and Russia under President Trump's leadership.
Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear Command and Control: It’s Even More Complicated Than You Think
Retired General John N.T. Shanahan highlights the complex challenges of using artificial intelligence in nuclear command and control systems.
The Israeli-U.S. Strikes On Iran: A Strategic Blunder
The article criticizes Trump’s participation in Israel’s attacks on Iranian nuclear sites, arguing they increase the risk of a nuclear-armed Iran and undermine nonproliferation. Despite damage, Iran’s capabilities remain, and inspections are hindered. It calls for renewed diplomacy, including inspections, suspension of enrichment, uranium transfers, guarantees against further attacks, and sanction relief to stabilize the situation.
What Happens Now With Iran?
The article reviews U.S. policy on Iran’s nuclear program, highlighting shifts from Obama’s 2015 deal to Trump’s abandonment, sanctions, indirect negotiations, and joint strikes with Israel. Despite damage to Iranian facilities, no evidence of weaponization exists. Future outcomes depend on decisions by Israel, Iran, the U.S., and other key countries. Insights are drawn from an interview with former negotiator Wendy Sherman.
Dome of Delusion: The Many Costs of Ballistic Missile Defense
Donald Trump announced the "Golden Dome" initiative, modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome, to protect the U.S. from ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles. With $25 billion allocated, the plan includes land-, sea-, and space-based defenses. Trump aims to eliminate missile threats to the U.S. homeland by the end of his term.
How Would Nuclear War Affect Climate?
A scientific dispute: Some researchers at the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission doubt that nuclear war would have a massive impact on the climate, while other universities and civil institutions emphasize a drastic global cooling effect (nuclear winter) – combined with long-term pressure on food supplies and ecosystems.
What Wargames Reveal About Expanding the U.S. Nuclear Arsenal
This article analyzes military war games to show the strategic assumptions and risks associated with expanding the US nuclear arsenal, particularly with regard to escalation dynamics and costs versus benefits.
The Deal That Trump Can Secure With Russia
Daryl G. Kimball analyzes potential progress in arms control between the US and Russia under President Trump's leadership.
Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear Command and Control: It’s Even More Complicated Than You Think
Retired General John N.T. Shanahan highlights the complex challenges of using artificial intelligence in nuclear command and control systems.
The Israeli-U.S. Strikes On Iran: A Strategic Blunder
The article criticizes Trump’s participation in Israel’s attacks on Iranian nuclear sites, arguing they increase the risk of a nuclear-armed Iran and undermine nonproliferation. Despite damage, Iran’s capabilities remain, and inspections are hindered. It calls for renewed diplomacy, including inspections, suspension of enrichment, uranium transfers, guarantees against further attacks, and sanction relief to stabilize the situation.
What Happens Now With Iran?
The article reviews U.S. policy on Iran’s nuclear program, highlighting shifts from Obama’s 2015 deal to Trump’s abandonment, sanctions, indirect negotiations, and joint strikes with Israel. Despite damage to Iranian facilities, no evidence of weaponization exists. Future outcomes depend on decisions by Israel, Iran, the U.S., and other key countries. Insights are drawn from an interview with former negotiator Wendy Sherman.
Dome of Delusion: The Many Costs of Ballistic Missile Defense
Donald Trump announced the "Golden Dome" initiative, modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome, to protect the U.S. from ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles. With $25 billion allocated, the plan includes land-, sea-, and space-based defenses. Trump aims to eliminate missile threats to the U.S. homeland by the end of his term.