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Nuclear Weapons
Don't Scrap America's Ballistic Missile Submarines
Some argue that the U.S. should eliminate its SSBNs or “boomers” to save money. Don’t listen.
New Year, New Problem? Pakistan's Tactical Nukes
Pakistan is developing a new generation of smaller “tactical” nuclear weapons. The dangers and challenges such arms present are very real.
The North Korea Problem
Pyongyang has successfully tested a long-range rocket. What may happen next — including missiles someday armed with nuclear warheads — could make matters worse.
The Problem From Hell: South Asia's Arms Race
India has responded to Pakistan’s nuclear build-up by innovating and adopting a controversial concept called “Cold Start.”
North Korea's Nuclear War Plan: "Go Nuts" and 'Dig in"
With a small nuclear arsenal, Pyongyang may need to adopt a truly frightening atomic doctrine.
Japan: Joining the Nuclear Weapons Club? It Could.
“…the prospect no longer appears unthinkable.”
Fear Factor in Nuclear Iran
Fear, not the type of government, will be the key determinant of Iranian nuclear strategy.
Nuclear Weapons and Rationality
Being seen as less-than-fully rational confers advantages. Nations in Asia may take notice.
The Second Nuclear Age
While nuclear inventories have decreased dramatically since the end of the Cold War, new states are gaining atomic weapons.
Place Your Bets: North Korea's Next Provocation
A DPRK statement that a “spark” could set off nuclear war on the Korean peninsula is again raising questions.
An Ominous Pledge
The Senkaku/Diaoyu dispute is even more complex because of the way it involves the U.S., and its nuclear guarantees.
Should the U.S. and Pakistan Get 'Divorced?'
Pakistan’s former U.S. Ambassador says its time to give up the “magnificent delusion” of an alliance.