World Entering New Era Nuclear Powers Build Up Arsenals Sipri Think Tank Says 2025 06 15
ReutersJUN 16
Nuclear modernization represents necessary deterrence against growing global threats. China's rapid arsenal expansion and aggressive military posture in the Indo-Pacific requires robust Western nuclear capabilities to maintain strategic stability. Russia's invasion of Ukraine demonstrates the importance of credible nuclear deterrence in preventing further aggression. Modern nuclear systems with improved accuracy and survivability actually reduce risks by ensuring reliable deterrence without requiring massive stockpiles.
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The nuclear arms race threatens global security and wastes resources that could address real human needs. Nuclear weapons failed to prevent conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and between India and Pakistan, proving they don't guarantee security. Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and cyber capabilities increase risks of accidental nuclear war through miscalculation or technical failure. The abandonment of arms control agreements creates dangerous instability.