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As treaties against nuclear weapons are beginning to falter and as global conflicts are beginning to stir, a new nuclear arms race appears to be brewing. 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 also dives into how the U.S. is considering expanding, rather than reducing, its nuclear arsenal.

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The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons is observed annually on September 26. This day aims to promote global awareness about the urgent need for nuclear disarmament and to encourage efforts towards a world free of nuclear weapons. Established by the United Nations, it serves as a reminder of the devastating humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons and the necessity for multilateral dialogue to achieve total disarmament. Tags: #NuclearDisarmament #GlobalPeace #UNDay #HumanitarianImpact #DisarmamentGoals #WorldWithoutNukes

Relying on “new” intelligence sources, the U.S. has decided it feels safe enough to give Iran the leighway to carry on with its own nuclear ambitions. Right now, Iran is not interested in building a nuclear weapons program. In fact, it never was. Iran has stated through the years that its nuclear production was solely for energy use. But with the U.S. off its back, weapons production may be an option — but it’s definitely not a priority! #GlobalNews #Iran #AxisOfResistance

Yesterday held a professional discussion on nuclear energy with my international colleagues. My points that I made very clear: 1) The demand for nuclear component in global energy mix will increase up to 30% in 3 years comparing to the current market trends. 2) Russia suspended the Nuclear Ban Treaty in 2023 and it is due to expire in 2026, leaving the two major global nuclear superpowers without any remaining bilateral nuclear weapons agreement. 3) The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty has no expiration date thanks to Article IX which states that the Treaty is of unlimited duration. But the Treaty has not entered into force, as eight specific nations have not ratified it. 4) As I continue to highlight in my research, Kazakhstan should get more internationally detached and unbiased expertise to cover the most crucial topics, including energy security and water safety in the Central Asian region.

As treaties against nuclear weapons are beginning to falter and as global conflicts are beginning to stir, a new nuclear arms race appears to be brewing. 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 also dives into how the U.S. is considering expanding, rather than reducing, its nuclear arsenal.

What challenges does the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) face in the current global situation in its mandate to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and implement nuclear safeguards across the world? What impact is the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine having on nuclear safety? These and other questions were discussed in today's CSS Morning Talk with Rafael Mariano Grossi. Many thanks for the fascinating insights! And thanks to Daniel Möckli for the introductory remarks, to Steve Fetter for moderating and to Névine Schepers for organizing this exciting event. 👏 #nucleararmscontrol #nonproliferation #nuclearsafety

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The General Assembly commemorates 26 September as the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. We need to stop the madness before it's too late. On this important Day, the world must deliver a clear and united message: the only way to eliminate the nuclear threat is to eliminate nuclear weapons.

International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Bombs is observed on September 26 each year. One of the oldest goals of the United Nations is achieving global nuclear disarmament. The truth is that today, around 13,080 nuclear weapons remain. Something important is that countries possessing such weapons have well-funded, long-term plans to modernize their nuclear arsenals. https://lnkd.in/eSYe7fuh