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The Role of Drones in Nuclear Deterrence

Stephen Cimbala & Adam Lowther0 Comments

Although the war in Ukraine firmly established the utility of drones in warfare, the relationship between drones and nuclear deterrence is still a largely unsettled topic. Suggesting that they…

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Deterring Nuclear Terrorism in the Era of Great Power Competition

Alexis Schlotterback0 Comments

As the Cold War ended and new counterterrorism priorities took root in the 2000s, the threat of nuclear terrorism cemented itself as the ultimate catastrophic scenario. Dick Cheney famously stated…

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The Campaign to End Nuclear Deterrence

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The campaign to prevent the US from deploying nuclear weapons as a deterrent is in full swing. It expanded from opposing the first use of nuclear weapons to opposing all…

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China’s Support for the Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone

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The recent decision by China to sign the Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) treaty marked a significant shift in regional nuclear diplomacy and a positive step for nonproliferation and arms…

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Is America Prepared for a Strike Against its Nuclear Command and Control?

Curtis McGiffin, Adam Lowther & James Petrosky1 Comment

What happens when the deterrent becomes the target? In this episode, Adam, Curtis, and Jim tackle a bold and unsettling question: After America’s successful strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, is…

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Strengthening Nuclear Deterrence in the Far East

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North Korea’s rapid advancements in nuclear miniaturization, missile technology, and multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles (MIRV) capabilities are accelerating the risk of nuclear decoupling among the US, Japan, and South…

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Podcast – Future-Proofing National Security: We Can’t Just Wish for Deterrence

James Petrosky, Adam Lowther & Curtis McGiffin0 Comments

The team at the National Institute for Deterrence Studies discusses their top three wishes for improving the nuclear enterprise and national security as we move through 2025. Jim emphasizes the…

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Podcast: The Complexities of Ukraine’s Nuclear Legacy

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In this episode, Christine and Natalie engage with Dr. Mariana Budjeryn, a nuclear historian, to discuss her book 'Inheriting the Bomb' and the complexities surrounding Ukraine's nuclear disarmament. They explore…

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Nuclear Deterrence and Drones: An Unpredictable Mix?

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On the surface, the subject matters of drones and nuclear deterrence seem far apart. Drones and other autonomous vehicle technologies already influence the conduct of war in a significant way.…

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ICBM EAR Week of Feb 24th

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Executive Summary ICBM EAR – Week of February 24, 2025 Deterrence at a Crossroads: A Call for Strength and Resolve America is pivotal in nuclear modernization, strategic deterrence, and global…

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ICBM EAR Report for 22 Feb 2025

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This report, prepared by Peter Huessy for the week of February 22, 2025, covers various aspects of nuclear deterrence, defense budget developments, and geopolitical threats. Key topics include the Biden…