William Potter’s Articles

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Masters Students in Dual Degree Program Defend Theses

Students from Russia, the United States and South Korea presented their final papers as the result of their studies in 2019-2021.

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In Remembrance of Dr. Vartan Gregorian

CNS observes the passing of Dr. Vartan Gregorian, an extraordinary educator, scholar, and visionary.

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Syria and America’s Race to Destroy the Most Dangerous Arsenal in the World

Dr. Hanna Notte hosted two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Joby Warrick for a discussion on his latest book.

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The Third Bomb and How to Prevent It

Prospects for a return the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) under the Biden administration against the backdrop of the Abraham Accords.

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Can Shared US–Russian Interests Lead to Joint Action?

William C. Potter and Anton Khlopkov in Kommersant.

Happy Holidays 2020 from CNS

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year (2020)

My CNS colleagues and I wish you a peaceful and joyous New Year.

International Security

Death Dust

The little-known story of US and Soviet pursuit of radiological weapons.

Putin’s Novel Delivery Systems

WEBINAR: Analyzing Russian military innovation.

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The CTBT and the 10th NPT Review Conference

WEBINAR: Challenges facing the treaties and the potential to strengthen both at the 10th NPT Review Conference.

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Nonproliferation Trends. What’s News, What’s True?

A nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought. Can this basic principle find support?