Analysis

The New York Times

Putin Just Suffered a Huge Defeat

CNS expert’s guest essay for The New York Times on the ousting of Bashar al-Assad.

Occasional Paper #63 cover.

OP63: Generative AI and WMD Nonproliferation: Why Diplomats and Policymakers Need to Pay Attention Now and Develop AI Literacy

Policymakers and diplomats must urgently develop AI literacy to harness its benefits while safeguarding against potential misuse.

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Rebel advances in Syria spell danger for Russia’s Middle Eastern ambitions

Moscow’s ability to support its regional partner, Iran, is coming under increasing strain.

CNS/MIIS presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Ms. Nobuko Saito Cleary for her long-standing commitment to intercultural understanding.

Paper Lanterns Film Screening and Panel Discussion

Experts Call for Ending Wars and Conflicts

A globe consisting of people.

A Message from CNS Director Bill Potter

My warm wishes to you for a joyous holiday season.

Nuclear Power and Nuclear Weapons: Examining the Connection

The presentation delves into the complex relationship between nuclear power and nuclear proliferation.

James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies (CNS)

Author Interview: AI, Chemistry, and the Threat of Chemical Weapons

An exclusive interview with Dr. Ryan Stendall, a chemist and AI safety researcher.

Shira Cohen

Why Do States Use Religious Signals? The Case of Nuclear Weapons

Religious signaling is a growing global phenomenon, particularly in the nuclear realm.

Jeffrey Knopf interviewed on InFocus With Ejaz Haider EP 49: Should We Take Deterrence for Granted?

Should We Take Deterrence for Granted?

Dr. Knopf discusses how to estimate future risks associated with nuclear deterrence.

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How Ukraine Became a World War

New Players Are Transforming the Conflict—and Complicating the Path to Ending It