Ignorance Can Breach Treaties

Key decision-makers were unaware that their actions regarding missile systems violated the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty. This oversight, particularly by those involved in the 2009 reset with Russia, highlights a troubling lack of knowledge among Pentagon officials, indicating a significant gap in understanding international treaties and their implications. Such ignorance persisted for years, raising concerns about accountability and decision-making processes in government, especially in relation to treaty compliance.