Transatlantic Security and the Future of Nuclear Arms Control

Author(s): Névine Schepers
Editor(s): Brian G. Carlson, Oliver Thränert
Series Editor(s): Andreas Wenger
Book Title: Strategic Trends 2022: Key Developments in Global Affairs
Series: Strategic Trends
Pages: 69-88
Publisher(s): Center for Security Studies (CSS), ETH Zürich
Publication Year: 2022
Publication Place: Zürich

Russia’s war in Ukraine has significantly dimmed prospects for nuclear arms control while highlighting the risks of nuclear use. With the complete overhaul of Europe’s security architecture at play, arms control – particularly in the form of risk reduction measures – remains an essential political tool to prevent nuclear escalation. It can also balance the conflicting demands of strengthening deterrence and the pursuit of disarmament objectives, particularly in Europe.

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