How To Secure Weapons-Grade Uranium
Statecraft
Navigating Nuclear Scams
This chapter explores the intricate scams surrounding the black market trade of nuclear materials, particularly focusing on the rumors of suitcase nuclear weapons and the deceptive tactics used by sellers. It recounts a month-long effort to build rapport with a crucial contact that led to alarming revelations about weapons-grade uranium, followed by complex diplomatic negotiations to secure and verify these materials in Kazakhstan. The narrative highlights the risks and geopolitical implications of managing sensitive nuclear resources, transitioning them for peaceful use in the United States.
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