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The Guardian
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Guardian
Which countries have nuclear weapons – and are they likely to use them?
Nuclear weapons are front of mind after the US struck a number of Iran's alleged nuclear weapons sites. How many countries have nuclear weapons? Which countries are capable of building nuclear weapons? What is the non-proliferation treaty? And why are some countries allowed to have nuclear weapons and not others? Guardian Australia's Matilda Boseley explains
Wall Street Journal
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Wall Street Journal
White House Says Iran Deal Needs to Include No Uranium Enrichment
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said a deal with Iran must include "no uranium enrichment." She added that Iran has the components necessary to build a nuclear weapon. Asked about U.S. support for a regime change in Iran, Leavitt said the administration's priority was on making sure Iran didn't obtain a nuclear weapon.
Russia Today
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Russia Today
India expanded its nuclear stockpile in 2024
India expanded its nuclear arsenal in 2024 and continues to develop new types of delivery systems for the weapons, according to a report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) published on Monday. SIPRI is an independent international institute that conducts research on conflict, armaments, arms control and disarmament. According to the SIPRI 2025 yearbook, India had 180 nuclear stored warheads as of January 2025, while Pakistan had an estimated 170. India has strengthened its nuclear triad by commissioning its second domestically built nuclear-powered submarine, the 'INS Arighaat', which can launch strategic weapons from the sea, in addition to land and air-based capabilities, the SIPRI noted. India's nuclear policy, established in 2003, states that the country will only use nuclear weapons in response to a nuclear attack on its territory or forces, and will not be the first to conduct a nuclear strike in a conflict. SIPRI, which updates its global nuclear forces data annually, said Pakistan is continuing to develop new nuclear delivery systems and produce more fissile material, indicating a potential expansion of its nuclear arsenal in the coming years. 🇮🇳🇵🇰 India and Pakistan expanded their nuclear arsenals and continued to develop new delivery systems in 2024. In early 2025 tensions between India and Pakistan briefly spilled over into armed conflict. Read more 🔗 According to the Stockholm-based institute, Russia and the US have the largest nuclear stockpiles, with 5,459 and 5,177 warheads, respectively. A recent report by SIPRI pointed out that global military spending increased more year-on-year in 2024 than at any time since the Cold War. Russia, China, India, Pakistan, and North Korea all have missiles that can carry both nuclear and conventional warheads and are modernizing these systems, the institute said. China has 600 nuclear warheads, 24 of which are ready for use, and has developed missiles that can carry multiple warheads, a capability that India, Pakistan, and North Korea are also trying to develop, it added.
ABC News
18-05-2025
- Politics
- ABC News
Federal politics live: Nationals leader David Littleproud weighing up options on way forward for nuclear policy
Nationals leader David Littleproud has charted a potential path forward for the Coalition's nuclear policy. Follow our live blog below.
News.com.au
14-05-2025
- Politics
- News.com.au
‘Listening to the Australian people': Liberal nuclear policy under ‘review'
Newly elected Liberal deputy leader Ted O'Brien has confirmed the Coalition's controversial nuclear policy is under 'review' as the party looks to rebuild following a 'bruising election'. The opposition went to the election with a pitch to build seven new nuclear sites across the nation; a policy mostly developed by Mr O'Brien as former shadow energy minister. However, the plan became a sticking point for many voters, who felt the Coalition were unable to provide a real timeline or estimated costs for the proposed reactors ahead of May 3. In a heated exchange with Sarah Ferguson on ABC's 7.30 on Wednesday night, Mr O'Brien was grilled about the party's future plans on nuclear. Mr O'Brien said the party would be 'listening a lot' to Australians over the coming months and reviewing several of their policies, including nuclear. 'There is no doubt that as we now review our pathway forward, all policies, including our energy policy will be under review,' Mr O'Brien said. 'I think that is what the Australian people would expect. And we will take our time to do it.' Ms Ferguson asked Mr O'Brien to be 'realistic' about the plan. 'Everyone saw you as both architect and spokesman,' she said. 'In the extremely unlikely scenario where you win the next election, it will be too late for a large-scale nuclear build-out to replace coal. So, where is your nuclear policy now with that realistic timeline in mind?' Mr O'Brien said that the party would not be rushed on the issue. 'People will have views, like the view you put, that you think that if it were taken forward, it might be too late,' he said in response. 'We will be listening to all of this, as we recalibrate our policies moving forward. Our priority is to get it right.' Ms Ferguson pushed back. 'Let's come back. You suggested there that I was expressing a view. I wasn't expressing a view, I was putting to you the proposition that even if in an unlikely scenario where the Coalition were to win the next election, it would be too late to build a set of large nuclear reactors to replace coal-fired power stations,' she said. 'I want to be crystal clear. Are you saying it is still possible for nuclear reactors in Australia to replace ageing coal-fired power stations?' Mr O'Brien said at this stage, no policy was 'out and gone'. 'Nor will we say any policy is accepted and locked in. Our job now is to ensure that we are understanding the message that the Australian people have sent us, and that means with need to engage with Australia, listen to Australians. 'That is what we will be doing. That's with a big dose of humility, I might say.' After being voted in as Liberal leader on Tuesday, Sussan Ley said she was eager to 'do things differently' and have a 'fresh approach' – however her opinions on nuclear remain unclear. However, with Mr O'Brien now in the deputy seat it will take some convincing for the party to change tact. During Dutton's campaign, Ms Ley called nuclear a 'clear plan' and a 'better pathway forward for this country'.
