In this article, Ariel Levite explores the decisions that states make when they determine that a “nuclear hedging” strategy is in their best interest. He identifies a “nuclear hedge” as between nuclear pursuit and nuclear rollback.
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Brush up on your nuclear knowledge with our list of recommended readings, podcasts, websites, and more.
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Non-Proliferation Treaty Tutorial
An introduction and tutorial on the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) created by the Nuclear Threat Initiative. The tutorial concludes with a quiz to test your knowledge on the topic.
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NTI Delivery Systems Tutorial
An introduction and tutorial about the different types of missiles and other WMD delivery systems designed by the Nuclear Threat Initiative. The tutorial concludes with a quiz to test your knowledge on the topic.
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NTI Nuclear and Radiological Security Tutorial
An introduction and tutorial on nuclear and radiological security issues designed by the Nuclear Threat Initiative. The tutorial concludes with a quiz to test your knowledge on the topic.
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Nuclear and Radiological Terrorism Analysis
A report by the Federation of American Scientists on the inherent problems and possible solutions of nuclear & radiological terrorism.
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Nuclear Arms Control and Non-Proliferation Report
An annual report produced by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute on the current state of nuclear arms control and non-proliferation policies and initiatives.
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Nuclear Country Profiles
This resource from the Nuclear Threat Initiative provides profiles for a number of states in the international community, including both nuclear and non-nuclear states. Each profile includes nuclear, chem, bio, and delivery system information (where applicable).
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Nuclear Cybersecurity: Risks and Remedies
Report from the jointly held Fissile Materials Working Group/Stimson Center Nuclear-Cybersecurity Workshop, October 29–30, 2018, Vienna, Austria The Fissile Materials Working Group (FMWG), in partnership with the Stimson Center, hosted a 1.5-day off-the record (Chatham House Rule) Nuclear-Cybersecurity Workshop, which took place at the Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation. The invitation-only workshop comprised a Read More
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Nuclear Declaratory Policy Fact Sheet
Detailed fact sheet created by the Arms Control Association on current nuclear declaratory policies held by nuclear weapon states around the world.
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Nuclear Fuel Cycle Overview
The World Nuclear Association produced an overview of the nuclear fuel cycle, with in-depth information about specific stages in the process.