nuclear weapons

China is growing its nuclear arsenal more rapidly than any other country in the world, according to a new report. What Happened: Newly released research by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) estimates that China now possesses at least 600 nuclear warheads, with "around 100...

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Iranian lawmakers are contemplating a significant legislative move that could see the nation withdraw from the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. This development, confirmed by the foreign ministry on Monday, comes as geopolitical strains with Israel...

In a recent development, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a uranium enrichment facility and called for an increase in the production of weapons-grade material. What Happened: Kim’s visit to the Nuclear Weapons Institute and a production base for weapon-grade nuclear materials was...

In response to the escalating threat from Russia and China, NATO is reportedly considering the deployment of additional nuclear weapons. The alliance is contemplating bringing these weapons out of storage and placing them on standby, according to NATO’s chief. What Happened: NATO Secretary-...

The U.S. Justice Department has accused an American woman of being involved in a scheme that allegedly helped Kim Jong Un‘s North Korea fund its nuclear weapons program. The scheme involved more than 300 U.S. companies hiring foreign nationals with North Korean connections for remote IT work...

Russia has declared its intention to carry out a military exercise involving tactical nuclear weapons, in what it perceives as a response to escalating threats from Western nations. What Happened: The Russian defense ministry has ordered the exercise under the directive of President Vladimir Putin...

Tensions between the U.S. and Russia continue to escalate with reports of nuclear-powered devices being developed by the European nation. Russian President Vladimir Putin may have escalated tension with a potential warning shot to the U.S. and Western nations. What Happened: It has been over two...

Leaked Russian military documents reportedly suggest that the country is considering the use of tactical nuclear weapons in the early stages of a conflict with a major global power, possibly China. What Happened: The classified papers, dating from 2008 to 2014, outline various scenarios for war...

The White House is reportedly preparing to brief top lawmakers on a “national security threat” associated with Russia’s plans to deploy a nuclear weapon in space. What Happened: The House Intelligence Committee chairman, Mike Turner (R-Ohio), expressed concerns on Wednesday about...

In the midst of escalating tensions with the West, Russia’s military announced a successful test launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile from their latest nuclear submarine. What Happened: As reported by Politico, the Russian military has confirmed the successful launch of a...

The U.S. government is set to engage in a pivotal conversation with China concerning nuclear arms control. This move comes as the U.S. aims to prevent a potential three-nation arms race involving China, Russia and itself. This upcoming dialogue, slated for Monday, marks the first of its kind...

Former U.S. spy Markus Garlauskas has voiced fears that Kim Jong Un is most likely to resort to nuclear weapon use if it feels that China has turned against North Korea. What Happened: Garlauskas, the current director of the Indo-Pacific Security Initiative at the...

On Wednesday, President Joe Biden expressed his willingness to provide assistance to individuals affected by radiation exposure during nuclear weapons tests, particularly in New Mexico, where the first atomic bomb was detonated in 1945. What Happened: During his visit to a wind tower factory in...

The United States, on Thursday, issued a warning to Kim Jong Un cautioning North Korea against making threats of nuclear weapons, while Washington concurrently seeks the release of an American soldier, Travis King, who crossed into North Korea on foot. What Happened: Deputy Pentagon press...

Washington-based analyst monitoring North Korea on Tuesday said the Kim Jong Un regime has expressed disinterest in engaging in nuclear talks with the U.S. despite Washington repeatedly making efforts.  What Happened: According to Victor Cha, senior vice president for Asia and Korea Chair...