Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation

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Nuclear Issues in the Ukraine Crisis

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues into its second year, concerns about a war breaking out between Russia and NATO countries, including the United States, continue. Our experts have answers to your most pressing questions about the nuclear risks involved in this conflict and the potential diplomatic paths forward.

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Next Up in Arms Control

New ideas and new perspectives are critical to strengthening the non-proliferation regime and arms control measures, not just to address our present, but to build a new future. That's why we're proud to launch a new blog series focused on new voices with a new angle on arms control.

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Where do we go from here?

After coming perilously close to losing all constraints on the world's two largest nuclear arsenals, the New START agreement was extended through 2026. But as both countries modernize their nuclear arsenals, the threat of a new nuclear arms race underscores the need for sensible non-proliferation and arms control cooperation.

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Test your nuclear weapons knowledge!

Don’t bomb this quiz about nuclear weapons! What do you know about U.S. and global policy?

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The United States must once again pursue diplomacy with Iran

We can make the United States and the world safer by reentering the JCPOA and putting Iran’s nuclear program back in the box.

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Nuclear-Armed States and Regional Tension

Ongoing proliferation efforts in nuclear-armed countries worldwide have escalated tensions. Transparency about nuclear stockpiles and policies is crucial to keeping us safe.

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Nuclear Crises and Close Calls

Throughout history, nuclear-armed states have almost been driven into nuclear conflict, or almost exploded nuclear weapons, or even lost nuclear bombs. As long as these weapons exist, so does the chance of an accident or crisis.

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Map Shows Safest US States to Live During Nuclear War

Senior Policy Director John Erath spoke with Newsweek about safety in a nuclear war. “While those who live near military facilities, ICBM silos in the Midwest or submarine bases along the coasts might bear the most immediate and severe consequences of a nuclear attack, there’s no question: ANY nuclear war or weapons detonation would be bad […]

Could Putin Use a Nuclear Weapon in Ukraine? 3 Experts Weigh In

Senior Policy Director John Erath spoke with Newsweek about changes to Russian nuclear doctrine. John Erath, senior policy director at the nonprofit Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation, said that he believes Putin has already been using nuclear weapons as “instruments of diplomacy through threats and blackmail to limit the military assistance that is going […]

From VOA Russian and VOA Ukrainian: US experts analyze Moscow’s nuclear threats

Senior Policy Director John Erath spoke with VOA Russian about Moscow’s change in nuclear weapons policy and its longtime use of nuclear threats. U.S. experts are casting doubt on the effectiveness of Russia’s threat to expand the use of its new ballistic missile following publicly announced changes in Moscow’s nuclear doctrine. VOA Russian and Ukrainian […]

China’s military mishaps don’t add up to strategic weakness

Research Analyst Shawn Rostker wrote an op-ed in Asia Times about how U.S. policymakers can use Chinese military setbacks as an opportunity for dialogue. From waterlogged missiles to a sinking submarine, recent reports about China’s military setbacks have fueled speculation about the readiness and strength of its military forces. While these developments highlight real challenges within China’s […]

IAEA chief tours sensitive Iran nuclear plants

Paul Castleman Fellow Sam Hickey spoke with Yahoo News about the IAEA’s recent tour of Iranian nuclear plants. Samuel Hickey of the Washington-based Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation, said Grossi’s tour of the two plants was “significant for both technical monitoring and symbolic reasons”. “Natanz serves as Iran’s main uranium enrichment facility, while Fordo houses […]

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