Nuclear War

The global nuclear threat is heightened by several converging factors: Iran's potential nuclear test signals a possible breach of non-proliferation norms, North Korea's declaration of an irreversible nuclear status undermines denuclearization efforts, and Lithuania's legislative steps to lift its nuclear weapons ban could escalate regional tensions with Russia. These developments occur in a context of deteriorating arms control agreements, such as the INF Treaty and New START, and the modernization of nuclear arsenals by major powers. Additionally, the emergence of advanced technologies like AI and space-based weapons further complicates strategic stability, while communication channels for crisis management remain inadequate.