The Collapse of the INF Treaty and Global Arms Dynamics

This chapter examines the failure of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty and the implications for global arms control. It discusses the reasons for the treaty's collapse, the contrasting views among U.S. and European strategists, and the challenges posed by nations like Russia, North Korea, and Iran. The chapter highlights the current state of nuclear treaties and the urgency for new agreements in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.