Convene urgent multilateral talks to address treaty breakdowns and establish new frameworks for nuclear arms control.
Nuclear War
Nuclear War Risk
Assessment for this date
Recent developments indicate a heightened nuclear threat due to increased tensions, modernization of arsenals, and weakened diplomatic frameworks.
July 22, 2025
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Risk Drivers
What is pushing the current reading.
The current nuclear threat level is elevated due to several converging factors: the breakdown of key treaties such as the JCPOA, increased nuclear capabilities and modernization efforts by major powers like China and the US, and heightened geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Russia, and other nations. The redeployment of US nuclear weapons to the UK and Iran's potential exit from nuclear agreements further exacerbate the situation. Additionally, the lack of effective crisis communication channels and the push for nuclear armament in regions like Turkey contribute to an unstable global environment reminiscent of Cold War-era risks, but with more complex multipolar dynamics and advanced technologies.
Risk Reduction Actions
Priority actions generated from the current analysis.
Enhance diplomatic efforts to re-engage with Iran and other key nations to prevent further nuclear proliferation.
Improve crisis communication protocols and establish direct lines between nuclear-capable states to prevent accidental escalations.
Increase public awareness campaigns about the risks of nuclear modernization and advocate for disarmament initiatives.
Support and participate in advocacy groups pushing for nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation policies.
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Selected Articles
Supporting articles referenced in the latest score.
- US nukes deployed to England for first time in over a decade Publisher: UK Defence Journal
- Most Turkish people say Turkey should obtain nuclear weapons in new poll Publisher: Middle East Eye
- For Decades, a Treaty Contained the Threat of Nuclear Weapons. Now That’s All at Risk. Publisher: Slate Magazine
- China’s nuclear weapons ploy is a war signal from Xi Publisher: The Hill
- Nobel laureates, other experts sound alarm on mounting risks of nuclear war Publisher: University of Chicago News
- Iran could mount push toward nuclear weapons after attacks, Blinken says Publisher: ایران اینترنشنال
- Build regional stability from the ashes of Netanyahu’s war on JCPOA Publisher: Al Jazeera