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Are we in a new nuclear arms race?

Released:06 Nov 2025

Donald Trump’s suggested the US could restart explosive tests of nuclear weapons, after more than 30 years. Is this a symptom of a nuclear arms race already underway, or could it kickstart one?

William Alberque, who has played a leading role in NATO’s nuclear policies, and Jon Wolfsthal who advised...

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Are we in a new nuclear arms race?

Released:06 Nov 2025

Donald Trump’s suggested the US could restart explosive tests of nuclear weapons, after more than 30 years. Is this a symptom of a nuclear arms race already underway, or could it kickstart one?

William Alberque, who has played a leading role in NATO’s nuclear policies, and Jon Wolfsthal who advised...

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