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Disarmament in Tension: The Futility of Acknowledging Failures
Current geopolitical tensions, particularly between the United States and China, as well as NATO and Russia, have stalled meaningful progress in nuclear disarmament agreements. Russia's leadership does not acknowledge failures, leading to an environment where nuclear capabilities are increasingly viewed as essential for national security. The disparity in conventional military strength pushes states like North Korea to develop nuclear weapons as a counterbalance, highlighting a dangerous trend where reliance on nuclear arms grows amidst international conflict.