Nuclear Weapons

By portraying India’s infrastructure projects as existential threats, Munir is signalling that Pakistan could see even non-military developments as reasons for military, or even nuclear, retaliation.

US nuclear weapons return to UK after 17 years: What it signals for NATO and Russia | Explained

As NATO recalibrates its deterrence strategy, the return of US nuclear weapons to Britain is a powerful signal -- one aimed not just at allies, but at adversaries watching closely from Moscow to Tehran.

Trump’s Iran Airstrikes Failed to Destroy Nuclear Sites, Says U.S. Intel

President Trump claimed U.S. airstrikes had completely destroyed Iran’s nuclear facilities, but new intelligence tells a different story. A preliminary assessment from the Defense Intelligence Agency reveals Iran’s underground nuclear program remains largely intact, with only surface-level damage and minor delays. As both Iran and Israel claim victory, a fragile ceasefire brokered by Trump is holding for now. But with violations on both sides, tensions remain dangerously high. In this report, we break down what the intel reveals, how Trump and the White House are responding, and what’s at stake if the ceasefire collapses.

World entering new era as nuclear powers build up arsenals, says SIPRI

Of the total global inventory of an estimated 12,241 warheads in January 2025, about 9,614 were in military stockpiles for potential use

China reaffirms no first use of nuclear weapons after ICBM launch

"We strictly follow a nuclear policy of no first use of nuclear weapons and pursue a nuclear strategy of self-defence," said Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defence.

North Korea discloses uranium enrichment facility as Kim calls for more nuclear weapons

Seoul, Sep 13 (AP) North Korea offered a rare glimpse into a secretive facility to produce weapons-grade uranium as state media reported Friday that leader Ki.

Russian lawmaker warns Moscow may change timing for use of nuclear weapons

The former general's comments follow recent warnings by President Vladimir Putin that Moscow may change its nuclear doctrine, which lays out the conditions in which such weapons could be used.

Russia signs deal to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, says they stay under its control

The deployment of the missiles was first announced by President Vladimir Putin in March.

G7 Summit unlikely to make material progress on N-disarmament

Russia has threatened to use nuclear weapons if Ukraine crosses Moscow’s “red lines.” But observers feel that apart from statements against the use of nuclear weapons, the G7 leaders will not be able to take a collective step towards disarmament.

Putin says Moscow to place nuclear weapons in Belarus, US reacts cautiously

Putin said that Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko had long requested the deployment. There was no immediate reaction from Lukashenko.

China calls for cease-fire as war in Ukraine enters second year

The 12-point plan issued by the Foreign Ministry in Beijing Friday called for ending hostilities, protecting nuclear plants, resuming peace talks and eliminating sanctions.

Russia suspends participation in New Start treaty; Putin vows to conduct nuclear tests if US does it

"I am forced to announce today that Russia is suspending its participation in the strategic offensive arms treaty," Putin said, while delivering the state-of-the-nation address in Moscow.

CIA chief praises PM Modi, President Xi for raising nuke use concerns in Russia-Ukraine conflict

The US has made very clear to the Russians what the serious risks of that (nuclear threat) would be, Burns, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency told the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), an American public broadcaster.

Will America enter the Russia-Ukraine war if casualties rise?

If Russia were to use its air force fully, the costs for the Ukraine military and the civilian population would be overwhelming, putting pressure on the United States to join in a direct confrontation with Russia, say analysts

North Korea says it has deployed cruise missiles able to carry tactical nuclear weapons

The test fire was conducted on Wednesday, and was aimed at "enhancing the combat efficiency and might" of cruise missiles deployed to the Korean People's Army "for the operation of tactical nukes," state media Korea Central News Agency (KCNA) said.

North Korea says missile tests simulate striking South with nuclear weapons

North Korea fired two ballistic missiles early on Sunday, officials in Seoul and Tokyo said, making it the seventh such launch since Sept. 25.

UK urges North Korea to take steps towards "irreversible denuclearisation"

"We urge North Korea to refrain from provocations and take concrete steps towards complete, verifiable and irreversible denuclearisation," a statement from the British Foreign Office said.

Russian Defence minister Sergei Shoigu says Russia has no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine

Shoigu also alleged that Ukrainian military operations are being planned by the United States and Britain, and that NATO had increased its troop deployment in Eastern and Central Europe "several times over".

South Korea offers North Korea economic benefits for denuclearisation

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, a conservative who took office in May, said North Korea's denuclearization would be key for peace in the region and the world.

North Korea says U.S. is setting up Asian NATO; vows stronger defence

The North Korean criticism comes amid concern it could be preparing its first nuclear test in five years and after a recent agreement between South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and U.S. President Joe Biden to deploy more U.S. weapons if deemed necessary to deter the North.

EXPLAINER: Is North Korea moving nukes to its border?

North Korea already has thousands of conventional weapons aimed at South Korea and nearly 30,000 U.S. forces stationed there along its tense border with rival South Korea

North Korea could ‘preemptively’ use nuclear weapons, warns Kim Jong Un

Speaking to thousands of troops and spectators mobilized for the parade, Kim vowed to develop his nuclear forces at the “fastest possible speed” and threatened to use them if provoked.

Zelensky repeats warning over Russian nuclear weapons

The Kremlin said it had placed Russian nuclear forces on high alert shortly after the assault began February 24, but the United States says it has not seen any sign of unusual nuclear movements

Russia already has nuclear weapons in the Baltic region, says Lithuania

One of Russian President Vladimir Putin's closest allies warned NATO on Thursday that if Sweden and Finland joined the U.S.-led military alliance then Russia would have to bolster its defences in the region, including by deploying nuclear weapons.

Ukraine envoy to Japan says Vladimir Putin may be willing to use nuclear weapons

"There is no reason to believe that he (Putin) can threaten us, as he thinks, to the state that we will overthrow our government and we will embrace Russia after what they have done to us. No way. Therefore he may use nuclear weapons."