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Battle Lines

How close is the world to nuclear war?

Jul 24, 2024
Rafael Grossi, IAEA Director General, discusses the global nuclear landscape including China and Iran's nuclear programs. Insights on uranium enrichment timelines, challenges at Zaporizhia nuclear plant, and concerns about nuclear proliferation in the Middle East. Emphasis on multilateral diplomacy in nuclear policies.
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  • Increased nuclear tensions due to potential proliferation risks post-Cold War.
  • Challenges in monitoring and preventing nuclear accidents amidst geopolitical conflicts.

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The Threat of Nuclear Weapon Proliferation

Countries like Iran and Saudi Arabia may seek nuclear weapons if one country obtains them, leading to increased global nuclear tensions. The collapse of non-proliferation efforts since the Cold War poses a serious risk. Efforts to prevent nuclear proliferation and maintain a stable nuclear world order face challenges amidst increasing geopolitical divides.

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