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Is the risk of nuclear escalation rising between Russia and the west?

That risk is notoriously hard to predict. There’s no reliable procedure for assessment or solid evidence on which to base it

The Guardian - US

Guterres warns humanity on ‘knife’s edge’ as AI raises nuclear war threat

UN secretary general makes plea for nuclear states to agree on mutual pledge not to be first to use nuclear weapons

The Guardian - US

Russia nuclear-powered submarine to visit Cuba amid rising tensions with US

Russian sub – joined by three other naval vessels – will not be carrying nuclear weapons, authorities in Havana said as they announced the visit

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Keir Starmer’s Trident triple lock: how Britain’s obsession with nuclear weapons has become part of election campaigns

With a campaign slogan of “change”, Keir Starmer is on a mission to persuade the electorate that the Labour party of 2024 is different to the one of 2019. Part of this is his unequivocal “triple lock” commitment to Trident, the UK’s nuclear weapon system.

The Conversation

'Take target off our backs': Scots urged to vote in anti-nuclear MPs

THE Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) has launched a major new project amid campaigning for the General Election ...

The National (Scotland)

House departure leaves radiation compensation fund in limbo - Roll Call

Effort stalls in Congress to extend federal benefits to more people exposed to radiation from nuclear weapons development.

Roll Call

Stockpiling nuclear weapons? That will do nothing for national security, Keir Starmer

Until the UK and other nuclear states are brave enough to disarm, the Doomsday Clock will keep ticking towards midnight, says the MP Jeremy Corbyn

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David Lammy says Ukraine invasion changed his mind on nuclear weapons

DAVID Lammy has said Russia’s invasion of Ukraine forced his conversion to become pro-nuclear weapons.

The National (Scotland)

Angela Rayner said she wants to scrap nuclear weapons hours after Starmer said shadow cabinet backs him

Angela Rayner and shadow foreign secretary David Lammy voted against renewing the Trident nuclear deterrent in 2016

The Independent UK

Rayner hasn’t ‘changed mind’ on nuclear weapons but backs Labour policy

Deputy leader has voted against renewing Trident but says she supports ‘triple lock’ commitment to programme in near term

The Guardian - UK

Reality check: is Keir Starmer’s triple lock on nuclear weapons anything new?

We look at the facts and figures behind Labour’s promise and its affordability

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer Pledges To Maintain UK's Nuclear Weapons

Keir Starmer vows to support UK's nuclear weapons program for national security, facing criticism from Conservatives. Election on July 4 to determine gover...

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Labour leader Keir Starmer says he'll keep the UK's nuclear weapons in 'age of insecurity'

British opposition leader Keir Starmer has pledged to keep the U.K.’s nuclear weapons

The Independent UK

Anas Sarwar defends Labour's nuclear weapons commitment

ANAS Sarwar has defended Labour’s Trident “triple lock” – saying the party’s defence policy was “not up for negotiation”.

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Moscow decries US move to allow its weapons to be used on targets in Russia

Senior officials say decision marks serious escalation and their threat to use tactical nuclear weapons is not a bluff

The Independent UK

Putin arrives in neighboring Belarus for a two-day visit with a key ally

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday evening arrived in Belarus for a two-day visit

The Independent UK

Russia begins nuclear drills in response to ‘provocative statements’

It was the first time Russia has publicly announced drills involving tactical nuclear weapons

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Russia Fails In UN Bid For Nuclear Weapons In Space

Russia's failed UN bid to ban nuclear weapons in space highlights challenges in space governance.

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Talk in Iran about change in nuclear weapons policy must stop, UN expert says

International Atomic Energy Authority chief Rafael Grossi expresses concern over Tehran’s threats of shift to deterrence

Roll Call

Radiation compensation bill’s backers plan Hill blitz - Roll Call

Victims of radiation exposure are advocating for expanded compensation for those harmed in the development of nuclear weapons.

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Iranian Lawmaker Claims Iran Possesses Nuclear Weapons

Iranian officials' statements hint at nuclear weapons possession, raising global concerns. Reports suggest ongoing procurement activities despite sanctions.

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Putin Downplays Significance Of Tactical Nuclear Weapons Drill

Putin defends Russia's nuclear weapons drill amid Ukraine crisis, raising international concerns over potential escalation.

The Guardian - US

The world must reject Russia’s nuclear posturing – but not ignore the danger

The closer Nato hugs Ukraine, the more Putin is sure to brandish his nuclear arms, and the greater the risk he uses them

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Russia Threatens Strikes On British Military Installations

Russia threatens strikes on British military installations in Ukraine over UK's comments, escalating tensions amid drills involving tactical nuclear weapons.

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Understanding Russia's Tactical Nuclear Weapons And Political Messaging

Learn about Russia's first public drills involving tactical nuclear weapons and their role in political messaging.

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