Will Iran Decide to Retaliate Against the U.S.?

The Supreme Leader may choose to back down after a first round of retaliation, or prefer martyrdom and building a nuclear weapon.

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What to Know About Israel’s Secretive Nuclear Weapons Program

Since shortly after it was founded in 1948, Israel has been intent on building a nuclear program to ensure its survival.

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Senate G.O.P. Includes Expanded Fund for Radiation Victims in Policy Bill

The provision, long advocated by Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri, would revive and broaden a law for compensating those who developed serious illnesses from government-caused nuclear contamination.

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Why Israel May Be Considering an Attack on Iran

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to prevent Tehran, “one way or the other,” from building a nuclear bomb.

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U.N. Watchdog Rules That Iran Is Not Complying With Nuclear Obligations

The decision comes as Israel appears to be preparing to launch a military attack on Iran, American and European officials believe. Tehran condemned the vote.

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Dick Garwin Fought Nuclear Armageddon. He Hid a 50-Year Secret.

Richard Garwin’s role in designing the hydrogen bomb was obscured from the public, even his family, as he advised presidents and devoted his life to undoing the danger he created.

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India vs. Pakistan Is Also U.S. vs. China When It Comes to Arms Sales

Increasing Western military support to India, and China’s to Pakistan, signals a shift in global alignments — and another potential flashpoint for international tensions.

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Nuclear Testing Not Advised, Trump’s Nominee Says in Senate Hearing

Brandon Williams, the nominee to lead the National Nuclear Security Administration, said he would recommend reliance on “scientific information” rather than a restart of explosive testing.

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Trump Picks Ex-Congressman to Manage U.S. Nuclear Arsenal

Brandon Williams served aboard a nuclear submarine and represented a New York congressional district for one term, but has said little about his experience in the management of atomic weapons.

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