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  • 1Montefiore Medical Centre and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY 10467, USA. vsidel@igc.org

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Nuclear-weapon states are developing new systems and upgrading existing ones, despite treaty obligations. This includes significant investment in modernization and infrastructure, potentially increasing global nuclear risks.

Area of Science:

  • International Relations
  • Security Studies
  • Arms Control

Background:

  • Nuclear-weapon states are actively pursuing the development and modernization of their nuclear arsenals.
  • Investments in new warheads, infrastructure, and delivery systems are underway globally.
  • Geopolitical tensions are rising with missile defense deployments and counter-threats.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the current trends in nuclear weapon development and modernization by nuclear-weapon states.
  • To assess the implications of these developments for international security and arms control.
  • To highlight the need for compliance with the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and negotiation of a Nuclear Weapons Convention.

Main Methods:

  • Review of publicly available information on nuclear weapon programs.

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  • Analysis of defense spending and policy statements from nuclear-weapon states.
  • Examination of international treaty obligations and arms control frameworks.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant financial commitments are being made by the United States and the United Kingdom towards nuclear weapon modernization and infrastructure.
    • The US withdrawal from the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty and planned missile defense systems have escalated tensions with Russia.
    • Despite stated obligations, nuclear-weapon states are prioritizing the enhancement of their nuclear capabilities.

    Conclusions:

    • Current trends indicate a global resurgence in nuclear weapon development and modernization, contravening disarmament goals.
    • Compliance with Article VI of the NPT and negotiation of a Nuclear Weapons Convention are critical to mitigating these risks.
    • Urgent diplomatic efforts are needed to de-escalate tensions and promote nuclear disarmament.