A close associate of President Donald Trump has proposed a controversial return to open-air nuclear weapon testing, arguing that it would serve as a deterrent to adversaries and demonstrate America's readiness for nuclear conflict. This proposal has sparked widespread criticism from nuclear weapons experts and policymakers who warn of the immense dangers and potential for global instability associated with such a move.
An ally of newly-elected President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States should resume nuclear weapons testing. This advocate, speaking anonymously, argues that such testing would serve as a potent message to adversaries, demonstrating America's readiness for nuclear conflict. The proposal advocates for resuming open-air testing within the Nevada National Security Site or in the Pacific over open water or uninhabited atolls.
This would be a significant departure from established international norms, effectively nullifying treaties ratified in the 1960s that prohibit open-air nuclear testing.The reasoning behind ceasing open-air nuclear testing, particularly in the 1960s, is rooted in the profound dangers it poses. Open-air detonations release vast quantities of radioactive material into the atmosphere, contaminating wide areas and posing significant health risks. The international community recognized these dangers and implemented bans on open-air testing. Except for North Korea, no nation has conducted a nuclear test since the 1990s. Nuclear weapons expert Stephen Schwartz vehemently opposes this proposal, characterizing it as 'foolish and dangerously counterproductive.' He highlights the environmental devastation, the potential for escalating global tensions, and the immense financial costs associated with such a program. Schwartz also emphasizes the hypocrisy of advocating for nuclear testing while simultaneously pursuing arms control agreements. He points out the potential for emboldening other nuclear-armed states, undermining global stability, and jeopardizing international efforts to reduce nuclear proliferation
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