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A farewell to arms control? Ukraine and nuclear weapons

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Nuclear Rhetoric and Global Tensions

This chapter examines the rising threats of nuclear escalation amidst the Ukraine conflict, focusing on the breakdown of arms control treaties and the implications for global security. It highlights the shifting discourse around nuclear weapons, the concept of a 'nuclear taboo,' and the challenges posed by multiple nuclear powers in the current geopolitical landscape.

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