Nuclear War

Recent reports indicate a significant increase in global nuclear weapons spending, reaching a record $119 billion in 2025, with major contributions from the US, Russia, and China. This surge in spending is accompanied by heightened rhetoric and strategic posturing, particularly from Russia, which has reiterated its willingness to use nuclear weapons defensively. The lack of progress in diplomatic engagements, such as Xi Jinping's reluctance to pressure North Korea, further exacerbates tensions. These developments occur in a context of deteriorating arms control agreements and modernization of nuclear arsenals, contributing to a precarious global security environment reminiscent of Cold War-era tensions.