One of the few success stories in the elimination of radioactive sources from a contested territory is the Republic of Moldova’s removal of approximately 2,700 disused radioactive materials from the breakaway region of Transdniestria.
This study outlines an inventory of measures the U.S. government can take, comprising strategic and operational recommendations.
Such an agreement will face major negotiating and implementation challenges—not only between Washington and Moscow, but also between Washington and NATO European allies.
Russia’s ability to project power into the region remains limited today, and the status quo seems tolerable. But there are risks to U.S. interests in the future.
A new program of humanitarian aid will be needed to permit a safe reopening, and potentially also to address the human consequences of the protracted closure.
Examines potential for precision medicine to be used in a genetic weapon system, state capabilities and motivations, and offers policy recommendations.
HEU represents a highly attractive target for terrorists and proliferators.
How the Biden Administration can re-join the treaty, Russia may be persuaded to stay in it, and other members can help facilitate them.
Absent great power cooperation, nonproliferation will be difficult to sustain.
