Nuclear War

The current nuclear threat level is elevated due to several concerning factors: Iran's secretive collaboration with Russia on nuclear technology, Russia's aggressive nuclear posturing, and the modernization of nuclear arsenals by key states. These developments occur in a context of weakened international arms control frameworks, such as the collapse of the INF Treaty and the uncertain future of New START. Additionally, the integration of emerging technologies like AI in nuclear command and control systems introduces new risks, while traditional crisis communication channels are diminished, increasing the likelihood of miscalculation or accidental escalation.