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Belarus claims to have received tactical nuclear weapons from ally Russia

December 27, 2023

Belarus claims to have received tactical nuclear weapons from ally Russia

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced this week that his country received a cache of tactical nuclear weapons from the Russian military.

Republicans demand answers after top Biden official invited CCP leaders to sensitive national security site

November 9, 2023

Republicans demand answers after top Biden official invited CCP leaders to sensitive national security site

FIRST ON FOX: GOP Conference Chair Stefanik is leading a group of Republicans in probing Energy Secretary Granholm over her invitation to China and Russia to inspect a nuclear site.

Artificial intelligence and US nuclear weapons decisions: How big a role?

November 7, 2023

Artificial intelligence and US nuclear weapons decisions: How big a role?

So far, the Pentagon is adamant that only humans and not artificial intelligence will launch nuclear weapons. But the seeds of change are already present.

Putin pulls Russia out of nuclear test ban treaty

November 5, 2023

Putin pulls Russia out of nuclear test ban treaty

Russia President Vladimir Putin has formally withdrawn the country from the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, citing a desire for parity with Western powers.

Pentagon announces new nuclear bomb 24 times more powerful than one dropped on Japan

October 30, 2023

Pentagon announces new nuclear bomb 24 times more powerful than one dropped on Japan

The Pentagon announced that it will pursue congressional authorization for a nuclear bomb that will be 24 times more powerful than the bomb dropped on Hiroshima, Japan.

China increasing nuclear arsenal at exponential rate, expected to double by 2030, Pentagon report says

October 21, 2023

China increasing nuclear arsenal at exponential rate, expected to double by 2030, Pentagon report says

China's nuclear arsenal is expected to double by 2030 to 1,000 warheads, the Pentagon said in its annual report about Beijing's nuclear capabilities.

Russia is closely monitoring US nuclear test in Nevada, Putin's spokesperson says

October 20, 2023

Russia is closely monitoring US nuclear test in Nevada, Putin's spokesperson says

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesperson said the Kremlin is closely monitoring a nuclear test carried out this week in Nevada, a report says.

China, US race to unleash killer AI robot soldiers as military power hangs in balance: experts

October 17, 2023

China, US race to unleash killer AI robot soldiers as military power hangs in balance: experts

A race between China and the U.S. to develop artificial intelligence technology for use on the battlefield may determine the fate of the global power structure.

Israel and US cannot accept a nuclear Iran amid fears of Tehran atomic breakout: 'red line'

October 14, 2023

Israel and US cannot accept a nuclear Iran amid fears of Tehran atomic breakout: 'red line'

As Israel fights back against a surprise attack from Iran-backed Hamas, experts say it is also critical for the country to prevent Tehran from getting nuclear weapons.

Putin suggests adding India, other countries to UN Security Council

October 6, 2023

Putin suggests adding India, other countries to UN Security Council

Russian President Vladimir Putin pitched changes to international law during a speech at the Valdai Discussion Club, including adding members to the U.N. Security Council.