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January 19, 2024

Biden's Iran nuclear containment policy failing as UN warns regime has enough material for 'several' warheads

The International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi has repeatedly complained about Iran's lack of transparency over the past year and the difficulty trying to obtain compliance.

January 15, 2024

North Korea launches solid-fuel missile tipped with hypersonic warhead, state media claims

North Korea successfully launched a solid-fuel missile tipped with a hypersonic weapon, according to state media.

December 12, 2023

South Africa to build new nuclear plants, but opposition stokes fears over Russia links

The South African government announced Tuesday its intent to build new nuclear power stations in hopes of combating persistent blackouts and other energy-related woes.

November 21, 2023

Biden climate envoy Kerry to unveil 1st-ever global plan to commercialize nuclear fusion energy at UN summit

U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will announce a "vision for international partnerships for an inclusive fusion energy future" at COP28 in Dubai.

November 5, 2023

Russia test-launches nuclear-capable missile from new submarine

The Russia Defense Ministry reported Sunday it test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a new nuclear submarine as tensions with the West worsen during the war in Ukraine.

October 25, 2023

Bulgaria to add 2 new reactors to its only nuclear plant

Bulgaria on Wednesday launched the construction of two new reactors at its sole nuclear power plant, employing American firm Westinghouse's technology in the process.

October 25, 2023

Putin oversees Russian military drill simulating 'massive retaliatory nuclear strike': reports

Russian leader Vladimir Putin reportedly directed military exercises simulating a nuclear strike in response to a nuclear attack as war rages in Ukraine.

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.

October 19, 2023

Putin spotted in China with nuclear briefcase nearby in rare footage: report

Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly relied on his nuclear options as a means of deterring more direct involvement or stronger support for Ukraine during his invasion.

October 17, 2023

Japan criticizes Russia for banning its seafood following release of Fukushima’s treated wastewater

While China has already banned Japan’s seafood in response to the Fukushima radioactive wastewater release, Russia will also implement import restrictions Monday.