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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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CNS Holds Two-Week Proliferation Finance Program for Countries from Southeast Asia

Addressing proliferation finance risks has become a key priority for countries worldwide.

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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.

Zoom Meeting of the Arab Women Network in CBRN Security

CNS integrates a Professional Network to support the Arab Women Network in CBRN Security

The network will create a space for collaboration among professionals from governments, industry, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions across the Middle East and North Africa.

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NPT PrepCom features many CNS alumni

Twenty current and past CNS students and staff represented over a dozen national and international organizations at the 2024 NPT PrepCom meeting.

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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.