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Bulletin of Atomic Scientists

Are new US export controls rules on chips and other critical tech good enough?

Now is the time to work through the future of the multilateral export control regimes.

Bulletin of Atomic Scientists

Why nuclear-powered commercial ships are a bad idea

Nuclear-powered cargo ships are a particularly bad idea in an era of international terrorism and piracy.

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How (and How Many) Western Chips are Getting to Russia?

This article focuses on changing trade patterns as well as the challenges associated with export control enforcement.

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CNS Summer Undergraduate Fellows Share Research Projects at Event with Major Supporters

The projects were driven by high-quality research methodologies and innovative studies, resulting in original perspectives and engaging presentations.

Dr. Stephen Herzog Appears on InFocus With Ejaz Haider

Dr. Herzog was hosted at the Center for Security, Strategy and Policy Research (CSSPR) for a conversation on nuclear risks, arms control, and deterrence.

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The Risk of Renewed Nuclear Testing

The end of nuclear weapons testing is a significant nonproliferation success, yet concerns about its resumption persist.

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Prisoner swaps do not presage any sort of rapprochement with Russia

There is no evidence suggesting that the Kremlin is prepared to engage in sincere negotiations regarding Ukraine.

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OP#61: Iran-Russia Defense Cooperation: Current Realities and Future Horizons

Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the country’s defense relationship with Iran has deepened and widened considerably.

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The Uncomfortable Reality of Russia and Iran’s New Defense Relationship

Since 2022, Russia’s defense relationship with Iran has taken a big leap forward.

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What Russia Wants in the Middle East

Moscow seeks to exploit instability but avoid escalation.