Nuclear threat

Hwasong-19 - North Korea Unleashes Its Most Powerful ICBM Yet 1

Hwasong-19 – North Korea Unleashes Its Most Powerful ICBM Yet

North Korea has just launched a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) called the Hwasong-19, which they say is the longest-range missile they have ever tested. This test is especially significant because it took place while the United States and South Korea were conducting large military exercises nearby, simulating attacks on

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Did Iran Just Test A Nuclear Weapon? 1

Did Iran Just Test A Nuclear Weapon?

On Saturday, a 4.5-magnitude earthquake shook Iran’s Semnan province, leading many to wonder if it was actually a sign that Iran tested a nuclear weapon for the first time. Usually, a seismic event like this is just an earthquake, but people on social media are suggesting that it could have

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Putin's Nuclear Doctrine Explained 1

Putin’s Nuclear Doctrine Explained

On September 26, Russian President Vladimir Putin made a surprising announcement about Russia’s nuclear policy. He said that, under certain conditions, Russia might consider using nuclear weapons if it feels threatened by a proxy war—where one country fights through another country without direct involvement. Understanding the Context Traditionally, countries with

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