Pentagon ends post-Cold War nuclear disarmament era, signaling potential increase in nuclear capabilities.

The Pentagon has declared the post-Cold War nuclear disarmament period finished, coinciding with rising concerns about a new nuclear age. Nuclear expert James Acton from the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace discussed the dangers of this new era with NPR's White House correspondent, Ayesha Rascoe. This announcement signals a possible shift towards increased nuclear capabilities and arms amidst growing threats in the current geopolitical landscape.

August 25, 2024
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